Porsche Taycan 97kWh 2024 Owner Review
Make & Model: Porsche Taycan Battery Size: 97kWh Year of Registration: 2024 Owner: Paul Mileage: 25,000 – 30,000 miles Annual Mileage: 10,000 – 15,000 miles
About My Porsche Taycan 97kWh
The 2024 Porsche Taycan equipped with the 97kWh battery is a fantastic benchmark for electric driving dynamics. I have owned my Taycan for between one and two years. As my second electric car, I chose this specific model for its outstanding quality, range, handling, and performance. To enhance the experience, I opted for several optional upgrades, including a panoramic roof, a Bose sound system, cruise control, and a heated steering wheel.
The Positives
What I love most about this car is the sheer quality of both the build and the overall driving experience. It provides a solid, premium environment paired with the handling characteristics you would expect from a Porsche.
The Negatives
There are a couple of practical downsides. I have found there is little leg room in the back. Additionally, the back seats don’t fold down, which restricts the usability of the boot. On the plus side, I have had absolutely no problems or faults with the car since I bought it.
Battery Performance & Range
I currently achieve an average range of 270 miles from an 80% charge. Regarding battery degradation, it’s hard to tell if there has been any drop, as my manner of driving and the outside temperature can vary the range significantly. If the capacity has dropped at all, it’s negligible.
Tech & Hidden Features
My favourite tech feature is the intuitive navigation; the car tells me exactly where to stop on a long journey, and notably, it shows not only how many chargers are at a location, but how many are currently available. As for the car’s best-kept secret, it is the highly convenient ability to open the boot with a simple movement of your foot.
Charging & Running Costs
I charge the car at home using a zappi unit, although I honestly find it too complicated to use. I pair this with Octopus Energy, specifically utilising their cheap overnight tariff to keep my running costs incredibly low. When I am out on the road, I do use public charging networks, but I only charge at locations that accept my Porsche charge card.
The financial savings have been brilliant; it currently costs me about a tenth the price of running a petrol car. I insure the vehicle with Admiral, though as with any insurance, I won’t know if they are actually any good unless I have to make a claim.
What’s Next?
While I am thoroughly enjoying the Taycan, if I were looking at what is next on my EV radar, it would be the Porsche Cayenne and the BMW i3.
