Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo 4S Plus

Overview

The 2024 Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo 4S Plus is a head-turning electric wagon that blends electrifying performance with surprising practicality. While this specific trim was primarily an EU-market hero and its production concluded in 2024, it represents a thrilling part of the Taycan legacy. Think of it as the Taycan sedan’s cooler, more spacious sibling, packing standard all-wheel drive and a potent punch from its dual motors. Official US pricing isn't available, but Taycans generally play in the premium EV space, reflecting their performance and luxury.

What's New for 2024?

For its final model year, the 2024 Taycan Sport Turismo 4S Plus largely carried over its winning formula before the wider Taycan family received a significant refresh for 2025. Updates were subtle, focusing on minor software enhancements to the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system. Android Auto integration, introduced in previous years, remained a key feature, ensuring broad smartphone compatibility. Essentially, 2024 marked a well-equipped farewell for this particular iteration of Porsche’s electrifying shooting brake, offering proven tech and performance.

Design & Exterior

This ain't your average family wagon! The Taycan Sport Turismo 4S Plus flaunts a sleek, muscular design that screams Porsche, with a swooping roofline and aggressive stance. It’s a proper shooting brake stunner. Key dimensions are a commanding 195.4 inches long, 77.4 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and a low-slung 54.7 inches tall. Signature four-point LED headlights carve through the night, while the "Plus" designation typically hints at the larger Performance Battery Plus, complementing its dynamic looks with enhanced capability.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the 4S Plus, and it's pure Porsche: a beautifully crafted, driver-focused cockpit brimming with high-quality materials and cutting-edge tech. The Sport Turismo body gifts passengers decent room for five, with more rear headroom than the sedan. Cargo? You bet! There's a useful 15.8 ft³ in the trunk, expanding to a generous 42.8 ft³ with seats down, plus a handy 3 ft³ frunk for charging cables. Multiple screens for the Porsche Communication Management system, alongside standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, keep you connected and entertained.

Performance & Driving Experience

Hold on tight! The Taycan Sport Turismo 4S Plus rockets from 0-60 mph in a blistering 3.8 seconds. This electrifying pace comes from its dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (one front, one rear) delivering a mighty 563 hp (from 420 kW) and 479 lb-ft of torque through its all-wheel-drive system. Expect razor-sharp Porsche handling, a surprisingly comfortable ride often aided by adaptive air suspension, and immensely strong brakes with effective regenerative modes. It’s a true driver's EV that also happens to be practical.

Range, Battery & Charging

Under the floor lies an 83.7 kWh (usable) battery pack, providing a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of 248 miles – pretty solid for a performance wagon. Efficiency is rated at 2.96 mi/kWh. Thanks to its 800V architecture, DC fast charging is rapid, hitting up to 268 kW, potentially juicing from 5-80% in around 22 minutes. Standard AC charging is handled by a 9.6 kW on-board unit. This EU-spec model features a CCS Type 2 port; US Taycan variants typically utilize the CCS Type 1 port for DC fast-charging.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Porsche doesn't skimp on safety, and the Taycan Sport Turismo 4S Plus benefits from top-tier ratings, including a 5-star nod from both NHTSA and Euro NCAP. While a full US-spec list for this discontinued EU trim is nuanced, Taycans typically come equipped with essential active safety tech. Expect features like forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist as standard. More advanced systems, such as Porsche’s InnoDrive with adaptive cruise control and active lane guidance, were often available as desirable options.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Though this specific 4S Plus Sport Turismo wasn't officially sold new in the US, Porsche's standard US warranty for Taycans generally includes a 4-year/50,000-mile basic vehicle coverage. The crucial high-voltage battery typically gets an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty, safeguarding against significant degradation. Powertrain components are also robustly covered. Porsche sometimes offers a period of complimentary maintenance, like the first year or 10,000 miles. Expect typical premium EV reliability, with specialized Porsche service expertise recommended for upkeep.