Video Summary
The 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo is a cool wagon with almost 600 horsepower.The 'Sport Turismo' is Porsche's term for a wagon.
The GTS part is new; it's a performance model.
This version fits between the regular Taycan and the Taycan Turbo in terms of price and performance.
The car includes a panoramic roof that allows selecting different levels of transparency.
This is unique, and quirkier than similar designs seen on other models.
The panoramic roof can be made instantly opaque.
The panoramic roof is configurable to show or hide different sections.
An annoyance is that the transparent or opaque setting is chosen from the back forward.
A performance benefit is that the GTS models have re-tooled electric motors.
Larger brakes are included with the GTS model, which allows better stopping.
It’s all-electric and has insane acceleration numbers.
GTS’s power falls between the standard 4S and the Turbo.
A Sport Turismo model, the test version, has 42 cubic feet of cargo space.
The front end of the GTS model is more aggressive-looking.
GTS models have a body-colored rear spoiler.
Alcantara is everywhere inside.
The starting MSRP is around $132,000.
Acceleration from 0-60 mph takes 3.2 seconds.
A driver assist system that doesn't allow hands off the steering wheel for long.
Drivers must "jiggle" the wheel to avoid this.
There is no lane change assist.
The suspension is taut; balanced, and well-poised.
The steering is excellent; immediate, and quick.
New, younger buyers are interested in Porsche as a brand.
