Think I’m gonna buy a Taycan

[Zer0t]

I wondered onto the lot at a local Porsche dealer and saw a nice Taycan 4s pretty well equipped and stupidly drove it. I have two others GT3s so I’m no stranger to the p-cars. It drove wonderfully to the point I put a deposit on it to think about it till Monday. The primary function of this car is for my wife, grocery getter, date night out, her getting to gym, etc. the range at 230 is acceptable given the use case.

what I really like was the ride quality. handling, fit & finish and comfort. i think for the money it should have better range but it doesn’t.

I do have a quick question. Can I use my Tesla Wall charger with a J1722 adapter so I don’t have to have two mounted? If so can someone recommend a good one? Thanks.

I‘m going to check out the Taycan forums but any owners here please chime in.

 

[glide]

I wondered onto the lot at a local Porsche dealer and saw a nice Taycan 4s pretty well equipped and stupidly drove it. I have two others GT3s so I’m no stranger to the p-cars. It drove wonderfully to the point I put a deposit on it to think about it till Monday. The primary function of this car is for my wife, grocery getter, date night out, her getting to gym, etc. the range at 230 is acceptable given the use case.

what I really like was the ride quality. handling, fit & finish and comfort. i think for the money it should have better range but it doesn’t.

I do have a quick question. Can I use my Tesla Wall charger with a J1722 adapter so I don’t have to have two mounted? If so can someone recommend a good one? Thanks.

I‘m going to check out the Taycan forums but any owners here please chime in.

Beautiful car and an excellent choice. For driving dynamics, styling, and interior appointments, Porsche really got it right.

Not sure how the adapter would work as you cannot fit the J1772 to the wall connector plug. It’s the same as the Tesla supercharger plug which makes it a no-go.

 

[jjrandorin]

I do have a quick question. Can I use my Tesla Wall charger with a J1722 adapter so I don’t have to have two mounted? If so can someone recommend a good one? Thanks.

here is one from evse adapters, which is pretty highly respected around here:

Tesla to J1772 Adapter – EVSE Adapters

With our new Tesla to J1772 adapter, now you can charge any electric vehicle at most Tesla charging stations in North America!

www.evseadapters.com

 

[Cosmacelf]

You can’t use the standard Tesla branded J1772 adapter since that goes the wrong way (it works from a J1772 source).

That EVSE adapter mentioned above would work, but it looks backordered. Now you’re in the world of Chinese copies like this one:

Amazon.com: Megear Tesla to SAE J1772 Adapter (Max40A,250V) from UMC (Tesla Connector) to J1772 (Type-1 US EV Connector) for Electric Vehicle Car Charger, Tesla to J1772 Adapter, Mobile Connector: Automotive

Buy Megear Tesla to SAE J1772 Adapter (Max40A, 250V) from UMC (Tesla Connector) to J1772 (Type-1 US EV Connector) for Electric Vehicle Car Charger, Tesla to J1772 Adapter, Mobile Connector: Charging Station Accessories - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

Will they work? Will they fry a Tesla EVSE? Who knows.

 

[El joe]

The primary function of this car is for my wife, grocery getter, date night out, her getting to gym, etc. the range at 230 is acceptable given the use case.

Wow, nice car for around the town errands and date nights. Can you adopt me?

 

[redalf]

I just saw my first one in real life a few days ago and realized pictures don’t do it justice at all. It’s a beautifully built car, hope you hear good reports from the Taycan forums!

 

[ElectricIAC]

I wondered onto the lot at a local Porsche dealer and saw a nice Taycan 4s pretty well equipped and stupidly drove it. I have two others GT3s so I’m no stranger to the p-cars. It drove wonderfully to the point I put a deposit on it to think about it till Monday. The primary function of this car is for my wife, grocery getter, date night out, her getting to gym, etc. the range at 230 is acceptable given the use case.

what I really like was the ride quality. handling, fit & finish and comfort. i think for the money it should have better range but it doesn’t.

I do have a quick question. Can I use my Tesla Wall charger with a J1722 adapter so I don’t have to have two mounted? If so can someone recommend a good one? Thanks.

I‘m going to check out the Taycan forums but any owners here please chime in.

I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised at its range IRL, very similar to a MS of the same spec.

 

[jjrandorin]

Wow, nice car for around the town errands and date nights. Can you adopt me?

The taycan exists pretty much for people like the OP, in my opinion. OP said ...

I have two others GT3s

The taycan, the macan, the cayenne, all exists for people who are already "P-car" owners, but want "an EV, A small SUV, a Medium size SUV". I think its a very nice looking vehicle, personally. Im not a P car owner (they are out of my price range), but understand why people love them.

 

[walla2]

Every Taycan was just recalled so you won't be able to buy one until the fix is applied.

 

[mswlogo]

You can’t use the standard Tesla branded J1772 adapter since that goes the wrong way (it works from a J1772 source).

That EVSE adapter mentioned above would work, but it looks backordered. Now you’re in the world of Chinese copies like this one:

Amazon.com: Megear Tesla to SAE J1772 Adapter (Max40A,250V) from UMC (Tesla Connector) to J1772 (Type-1 US EV Connector) for Electric Vehicle Car Charger, Tesla to J1772 Adapter, Mobile Connector: Automotive

Buy Megear Tesla to SAE J1772 Adapter (Max40A, 250V) from UMC (Tesla Connector) to J1772 (Type-1 US EV Connector) for Electric Vehicle Car Charger, Tesla to J1772 Adapter, Mobile Connector: Charging Station Accessories - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

Will they work? Will they fry a Tesla EVSE? Who knows.

I would not buy the one piece one. To much stress with adapter and Tesla charge plug. Probably over a ft sticking out of the car.

I bought this one to charge my wife’s Volt with wall connector and it has been flawless.

Amazon.com: Lectron - Tesla to J1772 Adapter, Max 40A & 250V - Compatible with Tesla High Powered Connector, Destination Charger, and Mobile Connector (White): Automotive

 

[Zer0t]

The most surprising item I’ve read so far on the Taycan forum is the range people are achieving with these.

 

[Zer0t]

Wow, nice car for around the town errands and date nights. Can you adopt me?

Sorry got three of my own. you know what they say happy wife……

 

[XLR82XS]

Model 3 to Taycan here. Ordered one April 1 and got it May 27th. Range is longer than advertised - I get over 280 easily. You can use an adapter and charge with Tesla wall charger. Thread about it on taycan forums.
Absolute dream to drive and compliments my other P-cars well. Never looking back.

 

[ElectricIAC]

4S?

 

[mk677]

I wondered onto the lot at a local Porsche dealer and saw a nice Taycan 4s pretty well equipped and stupidly drove it. I have two others GT3s so I’m no stranger to the p-cars. It drove wonderfully to the point I put a deposit on it to think about it till Monday. The primary function of this car is for my wife, grocery getter, date night out, her getting to gym, etc. the range at 230 is acceptable given the use case.

what I really like was the ride quality. handling, fit & finish and comfort. i think for the money it should have better range but it doesn’t.

I do have a quick question. Can I use my Tesla Wall charger with a J1722 adapter so I don’t have to have two mounted? If so can someone recommend a good one? Thanks.

I‘m going to check out the Taycan forums but any owners here please chime in.

you'll need this adaptor to use the tesla L2 units

TeslaTap MINI 60 AMP

www.umc-j1772.com

 

[mk677]

Every Taycan was just recalled so you won't be able to buy one until the fix is applied.

not quite right, while every taycan has been recalled, the actual issue has affected a tiny number of cars and there is no stop sale in place

 

[ItsNotAboutTheMoney]

Man, that's an expensive grocery-getter. I hope you buy organic.

Cross Turismo would be a more practical car.

(Not anywhere near a Taycan owner).

 

[Zer0t]

Model 3 to Taycan here. Ordered one April 1 and got it May 27th. Range is longer than advertised - I get over 280 easily. You can use an adapter and charge with Tesla wall charger. Thread about it on taycan forums.
Absolute dream to drive and compliments my other P-cars well. Never looking back.
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Quick reply……gorgeous.

 

[Zer0t]

Man, that's an expensive grocery-getter. I hope you buy organic.

Cross Turismo would be a more practical car.

(Not anywhere near a Taycan owner).

Eh, the regular car is practical for a couple who are empty nesters.

 

[Zer0t]

not quite right, while every taycan has been recalled, the actual issue has affected a tiny number of cars and there is no stop sale in place

Agreed, dealer said I can take it home today. I can’t get there to Thursday. The final debate is white vs black. I want white, wife wants black. It’s her car so I might have to cave in that. I’m just thinking about cleaning it.