Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo Turbo S

Overview

The Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo Turbo S was the apex predator of electric estates, blending mind-bending performance with family-friendly practicality. As the range-topping trim for the 2022-2024 generation, this German-built rocket ship offered a unique proposition in the EV market before its discontinuation in 2024. With supercar-slaying acceleration and a sleek shooting brake design, it targeted enthusiasts wanting electrifying pace without sacrificing space. Used examples in the EU are seen around €99,950, reflecting its premium standing and potent capabilities as a high-performance, luxury EV.

What's New for 2024?

For its final model year run ending in 2024, the Taycan Sport Turismo Turbo S represented the culmination of the first-generation Taycan's development before a significant facelift arrived for subsequent model years. Updates were primarily refinements, including the latest Porsche Communication Management (PCM) software tweaks enhancing user experience and connectivity. Essentially, the 2024 model carried forward the well-honed package of extreme performance, advanced chassis technology, and luxury features that defined the Turbo S trim, marking a potent farewell for this iteration.

Design & Exterior

The Taycan Sport Turismo Turbo S is a stunner, boasting a muscular yet elegant wagon silhouette that turns heads. It stretches 4963 mm in length, 1966 mm in width (mirrors excluded), and stands a low 1390 mm tall. Turbo S models scream performance with unique front aprons, carbon fibre elements, and often distinctive 21-inch Mission E Design wheels. Adaptive LED Matrix headlights carve through the night, while the signature Porsche rear light bar leaves a lasting impression. It's an aggressively beautiful machine that marries practicality with Porsche's iconic design language.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Inside, the Turbo S pampers with a driver-focused cockpit swathed in high-quality leather and Race-Tex materials, offering seating for five. The digital experience is front and centre with a curved driver display, central infotainment screen, and an optional passenger display, all running Porsche's slick PCM with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Despite its performance focus, it’s practical: you get 405 litres of boot space, expanding to 1171 litres with seats down, plus a handy 84-litre frunk. Comfort is excellent, making it a superb grand tourer.

Performance & Driving Experience

Hold on tight! The Taycan Sport Turismo Turbo S catapults from 0-100 km/h in a blistering 2.8 seconds. This raw pace comes from dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM), one front, one rear, delivering a colossal 560 kW (761 PS with overboost) and 1050 Nm of torque through its all-wheel-drive system. Top speed is 260 km/h. Expect razor-sharp handling, immense grip thanks to its adaptive air suspension and rear-axle steering, and powerful Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) for confidence-inspiring stops. It’s incredibly planted and agile for its 2400 kg weight.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Turbo S packs an 83.7 kWh (usable) battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range estimate of around 388 km, with an efficiency of 4.64 km/kWh. Its 800V architecture is key, allowing for a maximum DC fast charging power of 268 kW via its CCS Type 2 port, potentially zapping the battery from 5-80% in under 23 minutes. On a 400V DC charger, expect up to 50 kW. For AC charging, it comes standard with an 11 kW on-board charger (approx. 8 hours for full), with a 22 kW option cutting that roughly in half.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Porsche ensures safety matches performance, with the Taycan earning a 5-star Euro NCAP rating. The Sport Turismo Turbo S comes equipped with a solid suite of standard driver aids, including Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, and front/rear ParkAssist with a reversing camera. More advanced systems like Porsche InnoDrive with adaptive cruise control, Night Vision Assist, and a surround-view camera system were typically available as optional extras, allowing owners to tailor their car's assistance levels to their preference for enhanced safety and convenience.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

In Europe, Porsche typically provides a 2-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty for the Taycan Sport Turismo Turbo S. Crucially, the high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 160,000 kilometres, whichever comes first, guaranteeing at least 70% of its original capacity. Powertrain components related to the electric drive usually fall under this battery warranty. Scheduled maintenance intervals are condition-based, with Porsche centres equipped for EV servicing. While not offering extensive complimentary maintenance, Porsche focuses on robust engineering and a comprehensive dealer network.