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Old 02-23-2021, 11:20 AM   #8601
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So reviews of the new base RWD Taycan are starting to roll out and the general consensus is that this is the trim to get, not just because it's not overpriced like the high trim models.



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Old 02-23-2021, 11:51 AM   #8602
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That looks really promising. Love the ev innovation.
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Old 02-23-2021, 12:02 PM   #8603
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I don't get these electric cars. If the engine output can change with different batteries or drive modes, why can't you select the power output on the fly? I'd pick the lightest batteries and the highest output since I only need to commute 5 miles round trip.
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Old 02-23-2021, 12:20 PM   #8604
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I don't get these electric cars. If the engine output can change with different batteries or drive modes, why can't you select the power output on the fly? I'd pick the lightest batteries and the highest output since I only need to commute 5 miles round trip.
I'm kind of interested to watch this in the future. We've seen Tesla charge people like shik $2k for a "more powah" mode which basically just does that. I know at some point there are hardware/motor limitations that limit it but what's the future of car tuning look like.

I am suspecting people will get the Mach E's cracked sooner than something like a porsche.
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Old 02-23-2021, 12:30 PM   #8605
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I don't get these electric cars. If the engine output can change with different batteries or drive modes, why can't you select the power output on the fly? I'd pick the lightest batteries and the highest output since I only need to commute 5 miles round trip.
OTOH it's still a Porsche so you're going to drive it for fun on weekends somewhere I'd bet, if you only use it for a boring 10 mile round trip commuter drive, what's the point in spending that much? Might as well get something appropriately boring like the upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 5?
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Old 02-23-2021, 12:35 PM   #8606
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OTOH it's still a Porsche so you're going to drive it for fun on weekends somewhere I'd bet, if you only use it for a boring 10 mile round trip commuter drive, what's the point in spending that much? Might as well get something appropriately boring like the upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Power on demand would allow the user to optimize between performance and battery life. Also, given that I drive so little what I really want is something insanely exciting. I need to pack all my driving fun into five miles.

When I was a kid I had some pretty serious asphalt RC race cars. Depending on the track you could swap higher power electric motors in to go faster on the straights. If the Porsche already has the "bigger motor" which is limited from the factory based on batteries you just need some software to unlock it to full power.
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Old 02-23-2021, 12:42 PM   #8607
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The Taycan is just way, WAY too big for what it is... The back seats aren't even that roomy for such a huge car.
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Old 02-23-2021, 10:57 PM   #8608
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I don't get these electric cars. If the engine output can change with different batteries or drive modes, why can't you select the power output on the fly? I'd pick the lightest batteries and the highest output since I only need to commute 5 miles round trip.
To select more or less power adjust how far you depress the throttle on the fly
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Old 02-23-2021, 10:58 PM   #8609
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The RWD Taycan looks impressive, but with 6 months of snow/winter I think that AWD would still be in my future.
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Old 03-04-2021, 10:59 AM   #8610
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First video review I've seen on the Taycan Cross Turismo

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Old 03-04-2021, 12:30 PM   #8611
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I like that Cross Turismo a lot. Very cool looking. It would be nice to see a 3/4 size one with a hybrid power option. That really is the practical option and the option for those (me) who have no problem lighting hydrocarbons on fire but won't put up with more than 5 minutes to fully fuel the thing.
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Old 03-04-2021, 11:32 PM   #8612
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@edkwon

The RWD Taycan looks impressive, but with 6 months of snow/winter I think that AWD would still be in my future.
Just wait to see what @edkwon posts.

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First video review I've seen on the Taycan Cross Turismo

https://youtu.be/5MCpkd-mdgk
Prayers answered.

This would be a suitable replacement for our E63 and X3. Wife would gladly drive it. Wants the jacked up version.

I would slum it in the 4 door Wrangler as my winter beater, and wait for a used Defender to show up (if they are somewhat reliable )

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I like that Cross Turismo a lot. Very cool looking. It would be nice to see a 3/4 size one with a hybrid power option. That really is the practical option and the option for those (me) who have no problem lighting hydrocarbons on fire but won't put up with more than 5 minutes to fully fuel the thing.
A hybrid version would be even better But if it is truly 450 km range on the highway, then could easily get to the mountains.
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Old 03-05-2021, 03:40 PM   #8613
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The Cross Turismo build configurator is now up on the USA website, had fun building a TC 4 and 4S

https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/t...taycan-models/
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Old 03-05-2021, 04:08 PM   #8614
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I'm a fan of their wagons - It'll likely be what I pick up if/when I have a need for a functional rear seat again. My local has several different trim Taycan's sitting on the lot - I think I'll take one out for a spin next time I'm over that way and see whats up
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Old 03-05-2021, 06:14 PM   #8615
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I'm a fan of their wagons - It'll likely be what I pick up if/when I have a need for a functional rear seat again. My local has several different trim Taycan's sitting on the lot - I think I'll take one out for a spin next time I'm over that way and see whats up
You should definitely do a test drive and see if the whole set up and driving feel is for you.
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Old 03-05-2021, 06:32 PM   #8616
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So after some reading, the base Taycan 4 and 4s share same hardware but different software tunes, same as the Turbo and Turbo S trims.

Now I'm wondering what kind of aftermarket software tunes will be developed in the near future.
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Old 03-05-2021, 08:07 PM   #8617
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The Cross Turismo build configurator is now up on the USA website, had fun building a TC 4 and 4S

https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/t...taycan-models/
Trying out the configurator, the base model suffers from the same issue as the $80k base Taycan...

Literally any useful options push it well over $100k.
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Old 03-05-2021, 10:09 PM   #8618
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You should definitely do a test drive and see if the whole set up and driving feel is for you.
Ya, I definitely will. Realistically, once the Turbo is paid I wouldn't mind easing that off daily duty and grab a used 5 series for 20 something grand. They are super cheap lightly used and such good/comfortable dailys
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Old 03-12-2021, 06:22 PM   #8619
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So in a relative fit of spontaneity, I sold my 911 to a local car broker earlier this week:

Bye bye Turbo, it was fun.



And today I put a deposit down for a build order for a Cross Turismo 4S:



According to the sales guy I worked with, the build won't start til mid May and probably won't ship out from Germany til early June. However once it gets to the port of San Diego, nobody knows how long it'll be stuck at Port until it gets the CARB stamp of approval (especially ridiculous since it's an EV)

So now... the long waiting game

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Old 03-12-2021, 06:41 PM   #8620
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@edkwon

AWESOME!!!!!!

The same thought is going through my mind, but to ditch other vehicles and keep my 911.
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Old 03-12-2021, 06:43 PM   #8621
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So in a relative fit of spontaneity, I sold my 911 to a local car broker earlier this week:

Bye bye Turbo, it was fun.



And today I put a deposit down for a build order for a Cross Turismo 4S:



According to the sales guy I worked with, the build won't start til mid May and probably won't ship out from Germany til early June. However once it gets to the port of San Diego, nobody knows how long it'll be stuck at Port until it gets the CARB stamp of approval

So now... the long waiting game
Congrats ! Looking at the video they look amazing Oh to dream as a Middle School World History teacher
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Old 03-12-2021, 07:19 PM   #8622
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Win. Win. Congrats!
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Old 03-12-2021, 07:24 PM   #8623
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Thanks, I realized this wk that I'm over my sports coupe phase (for now) after the last 5 years and ready to get back into a fast, comfy 4 door.

Also I had equity in the 911 and when I sold it I was $18k over my lease payoff quote so it's all going into the deposit and down payment for the new car. Also I'm glad I didn't do this years maintenance service on the 911 yet before selling, and it's going to be nice 5-6 months free of payments and insurance costs until the TCT is delivered.
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Old 03-12-2021, 08:52 PM   #8624
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Those things are sweeeeeeeeet! Awesome dude.
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Thanks, I realized this wk that I'm over my sports coupe phase (for now) after the last 5 years and ready to get back into a fast, comfy 4 door.

Also I had equity in the 911 and when I sold it I was $18k over my lease payoff quote so it's all going into the deposit and down payment for the new car. Also I'm glad I didn't do this years maintenance service on the 911 yet before selling, and it's going to be nice 5-6 months free of payments and insurance costs until the TCT is delivered.
The TCT would definitely scratch that itch and bee fast and comfy!

What I find that I really miss is a manual transmission, despite the PDK being AWESOME. When I still had my 04 STi I would sometimes take it to work just to be able to row gears.

Was looking at the maintenance schedule on the Taycans, not much to do other than cabin air filter and brake fluid changes

The price of used 911s is impressive, going up. Not complaining. I debated getting a 997 C4S manual, but was told it would be cheaper to get my RX-7 on the road again. I hope it is, hahahahaha
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