Taycan Turbo S short review from South Korea
Just had a Taycan Turbo S delivered last week in Korea and wanted to share a few thoughts.
I know Porsche management reads Rennteam board so wanted to mention a few things for them to notice.
Handling - I wish the entire car was a few % smaller in volume. I was expecting it to be more sporty but I think the car is closer to Panamera than a 911. Having said that what I really ask for and also most disappointed is that the Taycan can benefit from being more sporty. Taycan definately has that solid German sedan feel, but it also feels heavy and clumsy like other German brands. I was hoping for lighter and lively feel as in a 911. We have so many choices when it comes to sporty sedan nowadays (AMG, BMW M, Audi RS), but if anyone can pull the true sports sedan off, it could have been Porsche.
Acceleration - Having also owned Tesla for years, EV's acceleration performance is nothing new.
Braking - Perhaps the most satisfying part of driving a Taycan. The sheer weight of the car can be felt during acceleration and cornering, where that is a hindering factor. However when braking you do feel the weight but with that swooshing braking sound and dependable PCCB brake feel, it is the most satisfying experience. I find myself intentionally carrying the speed till the last moment just to feel that awesome braking experience over and over. Well done Porsche.
Disappointments! - I wish there is a way to modulate the recuperation rate for recharging during off throttle. I know Porsche's set up is different from Tesla's where one can be driven with one pedal. Porsche focuses more on coasting as one believes that is more energy efficient way of driving. However, I believe that if there is a way to increase the deceleration rate by the driver input, it would have the same effect as having a higher final gear in an ICE car, thus contributing to a sportier gearing setup. This will also allow sportier driving. Wish I can modulate the recharge/recuperation rate off throttle with much higher threshold to slow down the car than now. Please update a menu to modulate the recuperation rate by driver input, via OTA, if possible.
Disappointments!! - The generated EV sound is cool but wish there is a way to modulate the volume. Sometimes I feel like pumping up the volume for my drive enjoyment and also when driving narrow streets with pedestrians. The sound is not loud enough, and pedestrians barely notice I am there. Please allow a way to increase the EV sound volume.
Disappointments!!!! - I don't know what's going on but "Porsche Connect" app and "My Porsche ID" is not being supported in South Korea for the Taycan at the moment. I have not received "My Porsche ID" and the explanation I got was that it's simply not supported here. I don't know what Porsche Korea is thinking but Porsche Korea sold over a $1 billion worth of cars in Korea in 2020, which is more than those sold in Japan. This is certainly unacceptable as the smartphone app is an essential part of EV experience. For example, I need to check the charging status of my car before my trip begins. I believe the app situation needs immediate attention and should be corrected by the Porsche top management ASAP.
Personally, looking forward to Taycan Coupe. It doesn't have to be a 2+2, just 2 seater would be fine as it will make the entire car smaller, therefore differentiate it enough to be sportier user experience. This would be the modern day 928 and will be a really cool car to own and daily drive. Please make one.