Taycan Turbo S can now hit 150 mph a full second quicker than before!
If you thought the Porsche Taycan Turbo S couldn’t get any better, think again. In a classic Porsche move – making big impacts with subtle tweaks – the 2023 model of this electric super sedan has been quietly amped up to hit high speeds faster than ever before. This development isn’t just cool; it’s electrifying (pun intended) for car enthusiasts and tech buffs alike.
The secret behind this speed boost? It’s all in the software. Porsche has rolled out a couple of updates that have supercharged the Taycan Turbo S’ “overboost” feature. For those not in the know, ‘overboost’ is like giving an electric car a shot of espresso, allowing it to temporarily surge power to its motors. Originally, the Turbo S’s overboost was set to a conservative three seconds, but Porsche, never one to settle, has cranked this up to a whole ten seconds.
What does this mean in real terms? Well, buckle up. The new Taycan Turbo S still nails a 0-60 mph sprint in a blistering 2.4 seconds – that hasn’t changed. But as you keep your foot down, the differences start to show. Now, the car can hit 90 mph in just 4.7 seconds, down from 4.9. And if you’re bold enough to push it further, you’ll find it hitting 120 mph in 8.3 seconds, a notable improvement from the previous 8.8 seconds. The real kicker? It reaches 150 mph a full second quicker than the older model. That’s 14.2 seconds of pure, unadulterated speed, compared to the older model’s 15.2 seconds.
What’s cool about these updates is how Porsche has been learning and adapting from their first EV’s real-world use. The improved overboost duration shows a growing confidence in the Taycan’s electric motors’ endurance and efficiency. This isn’t just about making the Taycan quicker; it’s about understanding and pushing the boundaries of EV technology.
So, how do you get this update? If you’re a proud owner of an early Taycan Turbo S and haven’t visited a dealer recently, you might want to schedule a visit. Unlike some updates that can happen ‘over the air’, these performance-related tweaks are done the old-fashioned way – at the dealership.
Indeed, for those who’ve got their hands on this electrified beast, the roads just got a little more exciting. And for the rest of us? It’s another glimpse into the exhilarating future of EVs.
