2023 Porsche Taycan Review

Name: 2023 Porsche Taycan Review
Brand: Porsche

Price Range: $69,990 - $86,979

+487

The 2023 Taycan represents Porsche's foray into the electric vehicle space, and it does not disappoint. The Taycan is a technological masterpiece that manages to deliver incredible comfort and effortless driving one moment and then, with the twist of a knob, world-beating performance the next. How one car can do both so well is a little baffling.

But all that technology and capability comes at a high price. The Taycan is not cheap, and we found some of Porsche's touchscreen tech to be needlessly complicated — Luddites, steer clear.

See all features & specs

Price & Payment

6 cars

$81,355 avg. price

Min$

Max$

See listings

Appraise My 2023 Porsche Taycan

Porsche Taycan model years

Porsche Taycan for Sale

Porsche Taycan types

2023 Porsche Taycan Review

by the Edmunds Experts

11/28/2022

What's new

Increased range
Quicker charging at DC fast-charging stations
Updated touchscreen interface
Minor changes to some standard and optional features
Part of the first Taycan generation introduced in 2020

What is the Taycan?

If there was a more hotly anticipated vehicle released in 2020, well, there wasn't. Even though the Taycan was Porsche's first fully electric vehicle, it was clear the company had done its homework. Blending comfort with a tech-forward interior and all the legendary performance Porsche is famous for, the Taycan quickly earned the respect of enthusiasts worldwide.

Initially, the EPA's range rating was less than stellar, but in Edmunds' real-world EV-range testing, the Taycan surpassed the EPA's estimate of 203 miles by a wide margin, clocking 323 miles in its 4S trim. In any one of its five currently available trim levels, the Taycan is a masterclass on modern EV performance. And, as is true with all Porsches, personalization is limited by only your creativity or, more likely, your checkbook.

In 2022, the Taycan received a few new features and upgrades. Chief among them was the introduction of the now de rigueur Porsche trim level, the GTS. A new Remote Park Assist option (to remotely park the vehicle from outside the vehicle) as well as the addition of Android Auto smartphone compatibility. For those reasons, we think the Taycan might not have any major changes in store for 2023.

Edmunds says

We've strongly recommended the Porsche Taycan since it debuted in 2020, and we have no reason to think Porsche will do anything to change our recommendation for the 2023 model year. With no major changes on the horizon for the Taycan, we think there's no better time to take one out for a test drive.

2023 Porsche Taycan EV Insights

Trim:

Taycan Base

Estimated Range Based on Age

edmunds TESTED

311 miles^{The range for a used 2023 Porsche Taycan is estimated to be 311 miles because electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year, with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 311 miles.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

Estimated range map^{This map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Des Plaines, Illinois. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | Leaflet} from

Charging

SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

Plug Type

9.5 hrs

240V Home Charging^{Estimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.}

EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.

When can I use NACS/Tesla charging stations?

EV Battery Warranty

8 yrs or 100,000 miles^{The federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.}

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

Estimated battery warranty remaining is 6 years or 72,000 miles for this car.^{Warranty remaining value is based on the vehicle year, and on driving 14,000 miles per year. Confirm exact warranty coverage for each vehicle with the dealers and the manufacturer before purchasing.}

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

$7,750

Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.

Restrictions:
Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers taxpayers a Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit equal to 30% of the sale price up to a maximum credit of $4,000 for the purchase of a used plug-in electric or hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. Beginning January 1, 2024, Clean Vehicle Tax Credits may be initiated and approved at the point of sale at participating dealerships registered with the IRS. Dealers will be responsible for submitting Clean Vehicle Tax Credit information to the IRS. Buyers are advised to obtain a copy of an IRS "time of sale" report, confirming it was submitted successfully by the dealer. Not every version of the vehicle models will necessarily qualify. Please check with the dealer/seller to determine the eligibility of your specific vehicle.

For the vehicle to qualify:
- Price cannot exceed $25,000.
- Need to verify the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Must be at least two model years older than the current calendar year in which the vehicle was purchased.
- Must be sold through a dealership, private sales not permitted.
- Not have already been transferred after August 16, 2022, to a qualified buyer.
For individuals to qualify:
- Must meet income eligibility, depending on modified adjusted gross income (AGI) and tax filing status.
- Must not be the first owner of the qualifying vehicle.
- Has not been allowed a credit under this section for any sale during the 3-year period ending on the date of the sale of such vehicle.
- Purchased for personal use, not a business, corporation or for resale.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/used-clean-vehicle-credit
Restrictions:
Commonwealth Edison Co offers EV owners a rebate of up to $3750 towards the installation and cost of a Level 2 charging station.

To qualify for this rebate, the customer and/or charging station must meet the following requirements:
- Receive electricity from Commonwealth Edison Co.
- Have purchased or leased an electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.
- $1,000 base rebate with up to $3,750 for Customers who are eligible for the LI/EIEC Rebate Level.
To learn more, visit https://comedevsmart.customerapplication.com/

See All EV incentives

Cost to Drive

$84/mo

Taycan

$207/mo

Car Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois

Am I Ready for an EV?

EV ownership works best if you can charge (240V) at home or at work ^{This typically means a 240V home installation, but you could also have a similar setup at your office or other places your car is already parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice unless you've got a plug-in hybrid, in which case overnight charging at home is feasible.}
If you can’t charge at home, charging at a charging station could take at least 10x longer than at a gas station ^{With public charging infrastructure still in its infancy, the user experience can be maddeningly inconsistent. Tesla owners tend to rave about the reliability and speed of the company's proprietary Supercharger stations, but rival DC fast options have thus far been plagued by technical issues and overcrowding. It's an evolving landscape and our best advice is to do your research on the available options for the EV you want to buy.}
Adding a 240V home charging system could cost up to $1,600 or more ^{If your existing electrical service can handle the additional demands of EV charging, you may be able to add Level 2 charging at home for less than a grand, including installation. But your costs will multiply if you need to upgrade your electrical panel or add a dedicated circuit.}

Learn more about EV charging

See All EV Insights

See Edmunds pricing data

Has Your Car's Value Changed?

Used car values are constantly changing. Edmunds lets you track your vehicle's value over time so you can decide when to sell or trade in.

See pricing history

Porsche Taycan Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.7

36 reviews

5(53%)

4(8%)

3(14%)

2(6%)

1(19%)

Write a vehicle review See all 36 reviews

Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Software issues

Todd Engel, 05/07/2021

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (electric 2AM)

Be wise!!! Make sure you speak with actual Taycan owners before you buy. This is the inaugural year and there’s been nothing but problems. My car has been in the service garage almost 1/2 of the time I’ve owned it. SOFTWARE issues is all I hear when I inquire as I continue to make my monthly payments without having my car. My brakes failed because of a software issue, my charger …

Worst software and car support

Scotty, 02/23/2021

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S 4dr Sedan AWD (electric 2AM)

From day 1 the software on the car has failed to work properly. Porsche technicians and dealers are clueless regarding how to remedy the OTA, control module malfunctions. Porsche North America has very poor support. The car itself drives and handles great but the PCM and software features are a continuous problem. When the software and interface do not come close to the reliability …

main battery now needs replacement

Darren , 10/17/2021

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD (electric 2AM)

I’ve had my Taycan turbo for 12 months. Worse car ownership ever. Now needs main battery replacement. They can’t give me an ETA for delivery of the part. Continuous software issues, rattles, error messages. Porsche support awful. Continue to ship new cars knowing there are major faults. Check current owners many having similar issues

Great handling and interior; tech needs work

track dad, 09/14/2021

2021 Porsche Taycan 4dr Sedan (electric 2AM)

Climate change compelled me to sell my beloved e90 M3 and get a Taycan. I've been very happy with it in my first year, with several family roadtrips with young children in the rear view mirror. It's not a sports car, but the Taycan has fantastic handling, a stellar interior, and comfortably accommodates two car seats for a family of four. It's lovely to drive around the city and …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Porsche Taycan, so we've included reviews for other years of the Taycan since its last redesign.

See all 36 reviews of the Porsche Taycan

Write a vehicle review

2023 Porsche Taycan video

These Are the Electric Cars with the Worst Range | The Lowest-Range EVs We've Tested

Here at Edmunds, we're constantly testing new cars, and we've got a special process for electric ones. Every electric car we test is taken on the Edmunds EV Range Test, a real-world driving route, and driven until the battery is just about empty. Based on that test, the electric vehicles in this video are the ones we've found to have the lowest ranges. Edmunds' Lauren…

2023 Taycan Highlights

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$86,700
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$7,750 Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
EPA Electric Range	200 miles
Cost to Drive	$84/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	9.5 hours
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	17.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

See all features & specs

Safety

Our experts like the Taycan models:

Warn and Brake Assist: Warns you of an impending front collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios.
Park Assist: Aids in tight parking situations, helping you judge the distance between your car and an obstacle.
Lane Change Assist: Alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot.

People who viewed this also viewed

Porsche Macan
4.0 average Rating out of 2 reviews.
Starting at $62,900

See Porsche Macan Inventory

Porsche Panamera
Starting at $102,800

See Porsche Panamera Inventory

Porsche Cayenne
3.5 average Rating out of 2 reviews.
Starting at $84,700

See Porsche Cayenne Inventory

2023 Porsche Taycan Review

Price & Payment

2023 Porsche Taycan Review

What's new

What is the Taycan?

Edmunds says

2023 Porsche Taycan EV Insights

Estimated Range Based on Age

Charging

EV Battery Warranty

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

Cost to Drive

Am I Ready for an EV?

Porsche Taycan Reviews

Owner Reviews

Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Trending topics

Software issues

Worst software and car support

main battery now needs replacement

Great handling and interior; tech needs work

2023 Porsche Taycan video

These Are the Electric Cars with the Worst Range | The Lowest-Range EVs We've Tested

2023 Taycan Highlights

Safety

People who viewed this also viewed

Related Used 2023 Porsche Taycan info

Submodels of Taycan

Vehicle rankings by type

Research similar car reviews

More Sedans to consider

Automotive News

Join Edmunds