I'm sorry, but this a a typical beginner/outsider configuration. 1. There are no 400V 150kW chargers in North America. They are either 400V 50kW or 800V 150kW, so you just wasted $460. -$460 2. Don't cheap out on the Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche Crest. Every Porsche owner will know you're a first timer with black and white emblems. +$190 3. Same with windows trim, you want it in gloss black. +$400 4. Race Tex steering wheel over GT steering wheel for sportyness any time, especially with integrated heating. But requires sport chrono. +$1810 (optional) 5. Premium package is not worth it: Only upgrade lights if you go for matrix, else save the money. Ionizer is a total waste, it does nothing more than the standard air purifier. Rest is personal choice, but I'd lose most of the package (no fixed roof, you want the LCD roof or none. No CLA. No seat ventilation, go for massage instead to use during charging stops if you need 14 way seats because of the memory. Storage package only if you really need the handbag space in the center.). -$7080 +$1290 (seats, optional) +$1490 (pano roof, optional) +$800? (bose) +$1200 (surround view) +$500 (ambient light) sum: -$1800 up to -$4580 6. No adaptive cruise control on a car after 2020? Impossible to resell! Just take InnoDrive, it includes lane keep assist (not CLA!) +$2050 or +$3610 7. Since the charging cable comes from the front in most cases and the charge cover opens in that general direction, you must not forget the electric charge port cover. +$640 8. The Mobile Charger Connect is not worth the upgrade from the Mobile Charger Plus. Side note: DO NOT put a zip tie on the charging cable (or wind it up in general)! You are creating a coil effect, heating up the cable that can(!) lead to cable fire. Best case you just waste energy. -$1120 So you end up between $97,120 and $101,460 depending on seats and pano roof.
I was about to buy a pre-owned Taycan, but after this video I'm opting to order and wait until March and have the product I really want. Thanks for the video, amazing stuff.
Dude… that was EXTREMELY HELPFUL!! I was waiting on the Z06.. but since it’s damn near impossible to get one at this time and dealers are ridiculously overcharging for the car. I decided to join the next gen electric vehicle wave. This is my car. i think I’ll be more than happy with the decision
This is awesome. Thank you, thank you, thank you. My first cut at the configurator has me at about $104k. I saw the Taycan in Ice Grey Metallic yesterday and loved it. Not. a fan of white or black. Trying to decide between the 20” Sports Aero Wheels and 20” Taycan Turbo Aero wheels. The Performance Battery Plus is a must for me. I liked the Sports Chrono Package for the addition of the Sport + mode but may eliminate as I am not sure how often I would actually us it. Unclear on Air Suspension as to what the advantages are and when I would use it.
Thanks Tom! 😊 Anytime! Oh yes... the Ice Grey Metallic is an excellent option 👍🏼 Have not seen the 20" Sport Aero Wheels in person but they looks very cool! Yes I am sure with those longer trips you will be taking the bigger battery is key! The sport chrono does not do as much on the Taycan as the other models... in conjunction with the Adaptive Air Suspension it will go to the lowest setting, turn on the electric sport sound if equipped, will put the battery into performance mode for better temperature regulation and put the traction control into performance mode as well! I found my favorite mode on any Porsche is the sport mode with Sport Plus generally being to aggressive for the street! The main advantage of Air suspension with PASM is to be able to raise and lower the car and tune in the dampening to make it stiffer or more of a comfort setting! 👍🏼
Wow man, I really love the commentary and configuration videos that you're doing, including your Gt3 configuration video, and i also love the budget limitations that you put on it, makes the video even more unique!! Excellent Content Man!! Can you do more in the future? Btw, my fav Porsche is the 718 Spyder and I'd really like your configuration on one, i think it will be amazing and interesting!!
Thanks, man really appreciate it the kind words! Thanks for the support! More to come... working on one right now! 😊 Of course I will fo a 718 Spyder Configuration 💪🏼 Amazing car!
Recommend adding the heated steering wheel. If you're into hypermiling it's much more efficient to heat the seat and steering wheel i/s/o the whole cabin.
Thanks again for another informative video. If you want an electric car it makes sense to me to outfit it more heavily on the technology if you have to compromise somewhere 👍🏻
Great video, appreciate the insights into the e-mobility stuff, would not have prioritized those options typically. Can you do one for a cross turismo? Maybe under 115k?
I am a few days from my lock date for the Taycan and there is a major rift in my household over color. I found a survey completed of "most favored porsche colors" that leans toward "frozen blue" (behind guards red, which is not available in this model). Wonder what others think about this? I've had a blue 911 for 12 years and looking to move away from the dark colors, which always look dirty. Hope my family can survive whatever choice is ultimately made.
Oh boy color can definitely be quite the debate! My most recent favorite colors are Ice Grey Metallic and Neptune Blue! They are on complete sides of the spectrum but both look killer on the Taycan! If you want to move away from dark I would go with Ice Grey Metallic... now it does depend on what color you have chosen for the interior? What kind of 911?!
@@Pcarwhisperer here is my feeling about "Ice Grey Metallic" and all its derivatives. First we could save a lot of effort and simply call it "silver," or "more expensive silver." The silver DeLorean, followed by the movie "Back to the Future" inspired two generations to put a ton of silver cars on the road. It ruined the color for me. I like the Neptune Blue alot but I cant bring myself to spend so much $ on cosmetics when there are so many other decent options offered. So currently I am looking at Frozen Blue outside and blue/black Racetex on the inside. I've only found this combo on the configurator and need to see Racetex in person, which I hope to do soon (any opinions/info on racetex would be appreciated). I also like the black/white leather interior but am concerned I've heard that clothes can transfer color to the white seats, so they need to be protected. Defaulting to all grey leather is my "Plan C" at this point, but it changes on a daily basis. My 911S was a 2006 cab in midnight blue and black leather interior, I drove it 12 years and so really looking for as dramatic non-silver change as I can find!
Another great informative video. Keep up the good work. I've been hearing a lot of rumors about the 2022 Macan S/GTS ( gas engine). Such as new bigger PMC display, remote start and slightly different body. Any updates you can give me. Thank you
Thanks Vinny! Yes the PCM screen is rumored to be bigger and faster, the headlights look as though they are going to be a bit slimmer in design... Porsche is keeping this information pretty tight lipped so do not know much currently... but once I will do an update 👍🏼
Hi Shavonn great question! The Porsche Intelligence Range Manager..automatically optimizes the route if the destination can be reached more quickly by making fewer charging stops while at the same time limiting the maximum speed by switching into "Range" Mode". The intelligence manager can calculate if less stops will be needed by changing drive modes to limit speed, A/C and overall power draw from the vehicle. The Route planner will calculate the route with the appropriate stops not taking into account if there is a way to limit time by stop less frequently or by limiting the vehicles speed. Hope this helps!
Fantastic video! Do you think I can have one built for the USA and delivered to the USA with the steering wheel on the right side (like in the United Kingdom)?
Hi Dan! Great question....all vehicles that get delivered to a Porsche dealer in the US are US spec cars following all the laws and regulations. If you wanted a right hand drive Taycan you would have to order one from a U.K. dealer, take delivery in the U.K. (most likely pay cash for the car as here in the U.S. lenders do not allow exporting vehicles) have the car shipped to the U.S. then going through the importing process. Would be quite the tough feat and very time consuming but it would be possible. 👍🏼
Here is a RWD option for long range and performance under 100k: Any standard or metallic color Any 19" wheel Any standard interior Power folding mirrors Performance battery 93.4kWh PASM Torque Vectoring Rear axle steering Sport Chronos InnoDrive On board 150kw DC charger The most aerodynamic and performance RWD Taycan you can get.
The air suspension really is worth the cash, just the lift function alone justifies the cost let alone the ride comfort. If it needs to be under a 100K I'd recommend to take the air suspension over something else like seat ventilation or something like that.
The crystal roof was really important!!!!!... And the sport chrono as well!!!!!!... 14 Positions seats are lovely!!!! In my opinion, you should add. I have ordered mine with this very essentials options. Silver Dolomite, sport sound, 14 set positions, performance battery plus closer mirrors, turbo aero wheels and black interior half leather and graduated grey in front crystal. Don't like white colour, does not mean anything to me, really boring. The Silver colour gives me a very lovely reflections, very Porsche and traditional and elegant at the same time.
Happy to hear! Right now on the RWD some dealers are backed up almost to year delay. Will really just depend but from allocation month to delivery typically 3-4 months!
@@Pcarwhisperer Taycan S! Thanks for the reply. Tough. I want the collision warning but don't need the remote park. If I go for this option, then I get tempted to get the Tech Package because it then only costs an additional $700! Need to think whether collision warning is SOOO important. Thanks Sir!
Lots of good information and helps answer the eternal question of wants vs needs. I agree with your recommendation to remove SC package as doesn’t seem to make as much difference on electric ( comparing to our 911 and Cayenne) but what’s your take on RWS? Thanks in advance!
Thank you 🙏🏼 Yes 100% on the SC package! I love the RWS in the Taycan you can definitely tell the difference when taking the corners more aggressively... the car just comes right around in the rear 👍🏼
@@Pcarwhisperer thanks! That’s the only performance option I checked, in addition to the sport sound. Going with standard black / beige interior to add some color, and a premium package. Hoping to get more information about production and delivery schedule soon
@@Pcarwhisperer this is still in the digital build phase. I’m not sure production spots are released yet, unless you know otherwise. Do let me know. I’m in OC and I believe you are in SD area.
@@DAShanin Gotcha! I am in Orange County as well! The Taycan will start arriving at the end of this month with on sale date of March 26th we will have vehicles shortly after that! There are open build slots for July delivery! 👍🏼
I just ordered the upcoming Taycan GTS. Is the PDCC worth it? Standard features include 4D chassis control - is PDCC just a better version of 4D chassis control? I watched some videos on the Porsche website but still confused.
Hi Rendy! How do you plan on using your Taycan GTS? With PDCC it helps with to reduce lateral tilt from side to side especially when going around corners aggressively to help minimize body roll. Unless you plan on taking your Taycan to the track regularly or drive it very aggressively it may not be worth it!
@@Pcarwhisperer thank you for taking the time to reply to me. I love your channel and content. I don't plan to track the Taycan but just wondering if I will feel the difference in stability during hard cornering. As I understand, the GTS already has a firmer suspension tuning. That combined with the fact that the car has a very low center of gravity makes me question the merit of PDCC.
great video, thanks. I've tried to spec this under $100k but can't find a way to do that without excluding Air Suspension, RWS and Sport Chrono. Are these necessary? Also, color wise I am a huge fan of Chalk/Crayon. I think that's one of Porsche's best colors.
Thank you Subu! Great question... I would say the Sport Chrono isn't necessary as it is on the other models! I would go with the adaptive air suspension if I was going to pick one of the options. But does depend how you are going to be using it as well...Are you looking at putting the bigger battery? Here is a spec with the smaller battery www.porsche-code.com/PMP5T569 Larger Battery (Performance Battery Plus) www.porsche-code.com/PM358CI9 Tough to do with the Chalk and wheels! Would be possible with standard wheels and chalk! I wouldn't recommend that! I would get something closer to the second build... it is over 100k but adding some of those options you won't regret it in the long and will be glad you did! 👍🏼
@@Pcarwhisperer great builds. I’m going to go with the larger battery. I’ll probably be okay to go with Dolomite Silver (even though Chalk is my fav). I plan to drive this around the city and highways. Don’t plan to take this on the track. Do I still need Air Suspension? Also, the $1,120 mobile charger - is that needed? Thanks a lot.
@@Pcarwhisperer i like the gentian blue. Just need to justify spending 100k on a car to my wife ;). Seriously though the taycan is the first (sub 100k) new car I’ve been excited about in 10 years. It’s the midsize sport sedan that I’d always hoped Porsche would make but way better than I though it woukd be
That more-capable DC voltage converter option sells for $460. So, it’s a good thing it isn’t really needed. Even the wealthy count their spare change. That option isn’t needed because essentially every DC charging station in North America capable of putting out greater than 50 kW is already able to put out power at “800V” so the Taycan’s default 400V 50 kW converter limitation doesn’t apply.
Hello Mason, thank you for your videos! What do you think about the option rear axle steering. I am driving 70 % inthe city. Should I get it for my new taycan ?
Thank you for your support Jochen! Good question... If you are making a lot of U-Turns tight parking maneuvers I would say go for it as it make the turning radius smaller and then we you are out driving outside of the city you will definitely notice it through those harder corners! 👍🏼
Hello Mason, thank you for your videos and your support for everybody who is interested in porsche cars. I ordered my porsche taycan 4s right now and I am looking forward to get it in september. Greetings from bavaria to the west coast.
@@jochenhase8698 You're welcome! Fantastic I am excited for you! Once it comes send over pics to my email... pcarwhisperer@gmail.com Lucky man living in Bavaria you'll be able to take it on the Autobahn which will be awesome 😊
Thank you 🙏🏼 If more range is important to you than yes! You will still be able to stiffen the ride of your Taycan with the standard suspension just won't be able to raise and lower! Sports Chrono I believe on the Taycan isn't a must! 👍🏼
Mission E wheels just look amazing, expensive but a must have for me personally :) Maybe not if trying to go under 100k. Helpful video anyway to know what is essential and what isn't, thank you.
I ordered mine RWD as: Frozen Blue 19" Aero Wheels Slate gray Performance battery 93.4hW On-board 150kWh charger Heater seats Folding mirrors Rear steering wheels Air suspension InnoDrive And some minor not necessary features as color designation. No glass roof or additional display. Porsche Intelligence Range Manager is not helpful, there are better apps available, I would save the money for something else. Removing the InnoDrive it falls under 100k.
@@Pcarwhisperer It was delivered on Wednesday night. She is a base model with not one single option and surprisingly well equipped considering. Being that Tesla no longer qualifies for the federal tax credit it was a no-brainer.
In Thailand Taycan RWD start price at 200k usd. Because we have to pay tax to the government. This is not fair for us. In poor country porsche 3 times more expensive than Europe and US. but USA and Europe have 5 times more salary than us. I have a plan to buy one but I feel sad when look at the price comparison. I should get a Turbo S. but in Thailand I can only afford RWD. When Thailand people look at the super car USA and Europe price we think it's very cheap.
When at Porsche Taycan training a little over a year ago we were taught it was the EPA that was testing the vehicles and getting this low of number and were encouraged to use other test such as AMCI or WLTP as these use different methodologies and testing procedures than the EPA when testing. Porsche is typically conservative but I don't believe they would want this low of test numbers with regards to range... especially when other manufactures are getting "higher" EPA range numbers it doesn't necessarily look good for those that one want to jump from another BEV and used to higher range. AMCI is significantly more accurate in terms of real world range on the Taycan though an array of drive modes and topography. See AMCI testing protocol below. Thanks for commenting Greg! amcitesting.com/2021taycan/
@joshua trees No. The 4S is just SUPER FUN to drive! The base model? Not so much. I buy Porsches because they're fun to drive. I currently own three: an air-cooled 911, a Macan GTS, and an old Cayenne.
I'm sorry, but this a a typical beginner/outsider configuration.
1. There are no 400V 150kW chargers in North America. They are either 400V 50kW or 800V 150kW, so you just wasted $460. -$460
2. Don't cheap out on the Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche Crest. Every Porsche owner will know you're a first timer with black and white emblems. +$190
3. Same with windows trim, you want it in gloss black. +$400
4. Race Tex steering wheel over GT steering wheel for sportyness any time, especially with integrated heating. But requires sport chrono. +$1810 (optional)
5. Premium package is not worth it: Only upgrade lights if you go for matrix, else save the money. Ionizer is a total waste, it does nothing more than the standard air purifier. Rest is personal choice, but I'd lose most of the package (no fixed roof, you want the LCD roof or none. No CLA. No seat ventilation, go for massage instead to use during charging stops if you need 14 way seats because of the memory. Storage package only if you really need the handbag space in the center.). -$7080 +$1290 (seats, optional) +$1490 (pano roof, optional) +$800? (bose) +$1200 (surround view) +$500 (ambient light) sum: -$1800 up to -$4580
6. No adaptive cruise control on a car after 2020? Impossible to resell! Just take InnoDrive, it includes lane keep assist (not CLA!) +$2050 or +$3610
7. Since the charging cable comes from the front in most cases and the charge cover opens in that general direction, you must not forget the electric charge port cover. +$640
8. The Mobile Charger Connect is not worth the upgrade from the Mobile Charger Plus. Side note: DO NOT put a zip tie on the charging cable (or wind it up in general)! You are creating a coil effect, heating up the cable that can(!) lead to cable fire. Best case you just waste energy. -$1120
So you end up between $97,120 and $101,460 depending on seats and pano roof.
I was about to buy a pre-owned Taycan, but after this video I'm opting to order and wait until March and have the product I really want. Thanks for the video, amazing stuff.
Awesome! You're welcome Jennifer! Congrats on the incoming Taycan! What color did you decide on?!
still one of the most helpful videos for the taycan to date, appreciate it!
Thank you so much! Glad it has been so helpful 🙏🏼
LOVE the wheels! Lots of options. Fun video!
Thank you 😊 What color would you get?!
@@Pcarwhisperer Red
@@marcyleskela2033 oohhhhh I like 🥰
Great!!! Can you please do Taycan 4 XT as well. It would be really awesome.
Thank you! Of course 😊
@@Pcarwhisperer Thanksssss, looking forward to.
Dude… that was EXTREMELY HELPFUL!! I was waiting on the Z06.. but since it’s damn near impossible to get one at this time and dealers are ridiculously overcharging for the car. I decided to join the next gen electric vehicle wave. This is my car. i think I’ll be more than happy with the decision
So glad to hear it was helpful Edward! Agreed I don't believe you will regret your decision. 👍🏼
Another great one Mase! keep up the good work.
Thank you Frode! Really appreciate it 😊
This is awesome. Thank you, thank you, thank you. My first cut at the configurator has me at about $104k.
I saw the Taycan in Ice Grey Metallic yesterday and loved it. Not. a fan of white or black.
Trying to decide between the 20” Sports Aero Wheels and 20” Taycan Turbo Aero wheels.
The Performance Battery Plus is a must for me.
I liked the Sports Chrono Package for the addition of the Sport + mode but may eliminate as I am not sure how often I would actually us it.
Unclear on Air Suspension as to what the advantages are and when I would use it.
Thanks Tom! 😊 Anytime! Oh yes... the Ice Grey Metallic is an excellent option 👍🏼 Have not seen the 20" Sport Aero Wheels in person but they looks very cool! Yes I am sure with those longer trips you will be taking the bigger battery is key! The sport chrono does not do as much on the Taycan as the other models... in conjunction with the Adaptive Air Suspension it will go to the lowest setting, turn on the electric sport sound if equipped, will put the battery into performance mode for better temperature regulation and put the traction control into performance mode as well! I found my favorite mode on any Porsche is the sport mode with Sport Plus generally being to aggressive for the street! The main advantage of Air suspension with PASM is to be able to raise and lower the car and tune in the dampening to make it stiffer or more of a comfort setting! 👍🏼
This is a good video! Nice job!
Thank you appreciate it 🙏🏼
Wow man, I really love the commentary and configuration videos that you're doing, including your Gt3 configuration video, and i also love the budget limitations that you put on it, makes the video even more unique!! Excellent Content Man!! Can you do more in the future? Btw, my fav Porsche is the 718 Spyder and I'd really like your configuration on one, i think it will be amazing and interesting!!
Thanks, man really appreciate it the kind words! Thanks for the support! More to come... working on one right now! 😊 Of course I will fo a 718 Spyder Configuration 💪🏼 Amazing car!
@@Pcarwhisperer Great man, highly looking foward to your new content and configurations💪👍
Recommend adding the heated steering wheel. If you're into hypermiling it's much more efficient to heat the seat and steering wheel i/s/o the whole cabin.
Thanks again for another informative video. If you want an electric car it makes sense to me to outfit it more heavily on the technology if you have to compromise somewhere 👍🏻
Agreed! More technology is never a bad thing ☺️
Great video, appreciate the insights into the e-mobility stuff, would not have prioritized those options typically. Can you do one for a cross turismo? Maybe under 115k?
Glad it was helpful Scott! I can most certainly do this video! 👍🏼 I will be filming this, this week!
I am a few days from my lock date for the Taycan and there is a major rift in my household over color. I found a survey completed of "most favored porsche colors" that leans toward "frozen blue" (behind guards red, which is not available in this model). Wonder what others think about this? I've had a blue 911 for 12 years and looking to move away from the dark colors, which always look dirty. Hope my family can survive whatever choice is ultimately made.
Oh boy color can definitely be quite the debate! My most recent favorite colors are Ice Grey Metallic and Neptune Blue! They are on complete sides of the spectrum but both look killer on the Taycan! If you want to move away from dark I would go with Ice Grey Metallic... now it does depend on what color you have chosen for the interior? What kind of 911?!
@@Pcarwhisperer here is my feeling about "Ice Grey Metallic" and all its derivatives. First we could save a lot of effort and simply call it "silver," or "more expensive silver." The silver DeLorean, followed by the movie "Back to the Future" inspired two generations to put a ton of silver cars on the road. It ruined the color for me. I like the Neptune Blue alot but I cant bring myself to spend so much $ on cosmetics when there are so many other decent options offered. So currently I am looking at Frozen Blue outside and blue/black Racetex on the inside. I've only found this combo on the configurator and need to see Racetex in person, which I hope to do soon (any opinions/info on racetex would be appreciated). I also like the black/white leather interior but am concerned I've heard that clothes can transfer color to the white seats, so they need to be protected. Defaulting to all grey leather is my "Plan C" at this point, but it changes on a daily basis. My 911S was a 2006 cab in midnight blue and black leather interior, I drove it 12 years and so really looking for as dramatic non-silver change as I can find!
Another great informative video. Keep up the good work. I've been hearing a lot of rumors about the 2022 Macan S/GTS ( gas engine). Such as new bigger PMC display, remote start and slightly different body. Any updates you can give me. Thank you
Thanks Vinny! Yes the PCM screen is rumored to be bigger and faster, the headlights look as though they are going to be a bit slimmer in design... Porsche is keeping this information pretty tight lipped so do not know much currently... but once I will do an update 👍🏼
How does the Porsche Intelligence Range Manager option differ from the Porsche Route Planner (I believe this is the correct term) that comes standard?
Hi Shavonn great question! The Porsche Intelligence Range Manager..automatically optimizes the route if the destination can be reached more quickly by making fewer charging stops while at the same time limiting the maximum speed by switching into "Range" Mode". The intelligence manager can calculate if less stops will be needed by changing drive modes to limit speed, A/C and overall power draw from the vehicle. The Route planner will calculate the route with the appropriate stops not taking into account if there is a way to limit time by stop less frequently or by limiting the vehicles speed. Hope this helps!
I'm so bummed they introduced the Taycan cross turismo when my new Taycan turbo s, is two weeks out.
Ahhh man!! I am sure if you want to switch and build a Cross Turismo they will make an accommodation! 🤔
Nice video
Thank you!
What do you think about the mamba green color?
Personally I really like Mamba Green. Haven't seen to many of them.. its unique and looks gorgeous!
Fantastic video! Do you think I can have one built for the USA and delivered to the USA with the steering wheel on the right side (like in the United Kingdom)?
Hi Dan! Great question....all vehicles that get delivered to a Porsche dealer in the US are US spec cars following all the laws and regulations. If you wanted a right hand drive Taycan you would have to order one from a U.K. dealer, take delivery in the U.K. (most likely pay cash for the car as here in the U.S. lenders do not allow exporting vehicles) have the car shipped to the U.S. then going through the importing process. Would be quite the tough feat and very time consuming but it would be possible. 👍🏼
Here is a RWD option for long range and performance under 100k:
Any standard or metallic color
Any 19" wheel
Any standard interior
Power folding mirrors
Performance battery 93.4kWh
PASM
Torque Vectoring
Rear axle steering
Sport Chronos
InnoDrive
On board 150kw DC charger
The most aerodynamic and performance RWD Taycan you can get.
Like this spec a lot! Perfect mix of sportiness, performance and safety! 🔥
The air suspension really is worth the cash, just the lift function alone justifies the cost let alone the ride comfort. If it needs to be under a 100K I'd recommend to take the air suspension over something else like seat ventilation or something like that.
The crystal roof was really important!!!!!... And the sport chrono as well!!!!!!... 14 Positions seats are lovely!!!! In my opinion, you should add. I have ordered mine with this very essentials options. Silver Dolomite, sport sound, 14 set positions, performance battery plus closer mirrors, turbo aero wheels and black interior half leather and graduated grey in front crystal. Don't like white colour, does not mean anything to me, really boring. The Silver colour gives me a very lovely reflections, very Porsche and traditional and elegant at the same time.
Thanks for your input Jose 👍🏼
@@Pcarwhisperer Thanks to you for sharing!!!!
@@josemariah.5421 👍🏼
Sooo helpful. How long does it take from order to delivery typically?
Happy to hear! Right now on the RWD some dealers are backed up almost to year delay. Will really just depend but from allocation month to delivery typically 3-4 months!
Mason, how much of a "must have" is RAS? Also, I want the 3D surround sound and rear / side collision warning. Is the only way via Remote Park?
S V, Which Taycan variant are you interested in?! Yes at this time the only way is through Remote Park Assist for MY 2020 it came with surround view 😌
@@Pcarwhisperer Taycan S! Thanks for the reply. Tough. I want the collision warning but don't need the remote park. If I go for this option, then I get tempted to get the Tech Package because it then only costs an additional $700! Need to think whether collision warning is SOOO important. Thanks Sir!
@@50yearoldskier You're welcome! Let me know which way you decide or if you have any other questions 👍🏼
would you recommend the fixed sunroof ? Also has no blind ?
Yes I would recommend fixed Panoramic sunroof or variable light control roof. That is correct no sunshade!
Such a shame they dont offer the premium package in europe
Agreed! Not sure why they haven't brought packages to Europe! Hope they do soon 👍🏼
Lots of good information and helps answer the eternal question of wants vs needs. I agree with your recommendation to remove SC package as doesn’t seem to make as much difference on electric ( comparing to our 911 and Cayenne) but what’s your take on RWS? Thanks in advance!
Thank you 🙏🏼 Yes 100% on the SC package! I love the RWS in the Taycan you can definitely tell the difference when taking the corners more aggressively... the car just comes right around in the rear 👍🏼
@@Pcarwhisperer thanks! That’s the only performance option I checked, in addition to the sport sound. Going with standard black / beige interior to add some color, and a premium package. Hoping to get more information about production and delivery schedule soon
@@DAShanin Awesome! Love it! Send pics when it arrives would love to see it! Have you received an email from Porsche Track Your Dream yet?
@@Pcarwhisperer this is still in the digital build phase. I’m not sure production spots are released yet, unless you know otherwise. Do let me know. I’m in OC and I believe you are in SD area.
@@DAShanin Gotcha! I am in Orange County as well! The Taycan will start arriving at the end of this month with on sale date of March 26th we will have vehicles shortly after that! There are open build slots for July delivery! 👍🏼
I will add the insulated windows
Awesome! You can definitely notice a difference!
I just ordered the upcoming Taycan GTS. Is the PDCC worth it? Standard features include 4D chassis control - is PDCC just a better version of 4D chassis control? I watched some videos on the Porsche website but still confused.
Hi Rendy! How do you plan on using your Taycan GTS? With PDCC it helps with to reduce lateral tilt from side to side especially when going around corners aggressively to help minimize body roll. Unless you plan on taking your Taycan to the track regularly or drive it very aggressively it may not be worth it!
@@Pcarwhisperer thank you for taking the time to reply to me. I love your channel and content. I don't plan to track the Taycan but just wondering if I will feel the difference in stability during hard cornering. As I understand, the GTS already has a firmer suspension tuning. That combined with the fact that the car has a very low center of gravity makes me question the merit of PDCC.
great video, thanks. I've tried to spec this under $100k but can't find a way to do that without excluding Air Suspension, RWS and Sport Chrono. Are these necessary? Also, color wise I am a huge fan of Chalk/Crayon. I think that's one of Porsche's best colors.
Thank you Subu! Great question... I would say the Sport Chrono isn't necessary as it is on the other models! I would go with the adaptive air suspension if I was going to pick one of the options. But does depend how you are going to be using it as well...Are you looking at putting the bigger battery? Here is a spec with the smaller battery www.porsche-code.com/PMP5T569
Larger Battery (Performance Battery Plus) www.porsche-code.com/PM358CI9
Tough to do with the Chalk and wheels! Would be possible with standard wheels and chalk! I wouldn't recommend that! I would get something closer to the second build... it is over 100k but adding some of those options you won't regret it in the long and will be glad you did! 👍🏼
@@Pcarwhisperer great builds. I’m going to go with the larger battery. I’ll probably be okay to go with Dolomite Silver (even though Chalk is my fav). I plan to drive this around the city and highways. Don’t plan to take this on the track. Do I still need Air Suspension? Also, the $1,120 mobile charger - is that needed? Thanks a lot.
I agree - Chalk for the win!
Only options I’d want are premium, 20” wheels, adaptive cruise, blue paint, 400v dc converter, and folding mirrors.
Perfect! What color blue?!
@@Pcarwhisperer i like the gentian blue. Just need to justify spending 100k on a car to my wife ;). Seriously though the taycan is the first (sub 100k) new car I’ve been excited about in 10 years. It’s the midsize sport sedan that I’d always hoped Porsche would make but way better than I though it woukd be
That more-capable DC voltage converter option sells for $460. So, it’s a good thing it isn’t really needed. Even the wealthy count their spare change.
That option isn’t needed because essentially every DC charging station in North America capable of putting out greater than 50 kW is already able to put out power at “800V” so the Taycan’s default 400V 50 kW converter limitation doesn’t apply.
Hello Mason,
thank you for your videos! What do you think about the option rear axle steering. I am driving 70 % inthe city. Should I get it for my new taycan ?
Thank you for your support Jochen! Good question... If you are making a lot of U-Turns tight parking maneuvers I would say go for it as it make the turning radius smaller and then we you are out driving outside of the city you will definitely notice it through those harder corners! 👍🏼
Hello Mason, thank you for your videos and your support for everybody who is interested in porsche cars. I ordered my porsche taycan 4s right now and I am looking forward to get it in september. Greetings from bavaria to the west coast.
@@jochenhase8698 You're welcome! Fantastic I am excited for you! Once it comes send over pics to my email... pcarwhisperer@gmail.com Lucky man living in Bavaria you'll be able to take it on the Autobahn which will be awesome 😊
Should I remove Sports Crono and Adaptive Air Suspension for the Performance Battery Plus? Great video!
Thank you 🙏🏼 If more range is important to you than yes! You will still be able to stiffen the ride of your Taycan with the standard suspension just won't be able to raise and lower! Sports Chrono I believe on the Taycan isn't a must! 👍🏼
Mission E wheels just look amazing, expensive but a must have for me personally :) Maybe not if trying to go under 100k. Helpful video anyway to know what is essential and what isn't, thank you.
Agreed Mission E Wheels are awesome! Glad it was helpful 🙏🏼
I ordered mine RWD as:
Frozen Blue
19" Aero Wheels
Slate gray
Performance battery 93.4hW
On-board 150kWh charger
Heater seats
Folding mirrors
Rear steering wheels
Air suspension
InnoDrive
And some minor not necessary features as color designation.
No glass roof or additional display.
Porsche Intelligence Range Manager is not helpful, there are better apps available, I would save the money for something else.
Removing the InnoDrive it falls under 100k.
Congratulations! When is it arriving?! Frozen blue is 🔥
@@Pcarwhisperer hopefully May 7th, 👍
@@josealexander9794 Awesome right around the corner 👍🏼
What apps would you recommend in place of Intelligent Range Manager?
My Taycan is coming for $82,250.00, see you at Foothill Walmart..
Awesome Congrats Bob! When is it set to arrive?
@@Pcarwhisperer It was delivered on Wednesday night. She is a base model with not one single option and surprisingly well equipped considering. Being that Tesla no longer qualifies for the federal tax credit it was a no-brainer.
@joshua trees it took 10 days and no mark-up. Trucking was $1,800.00 from Maryland to California.
Sports sound could go for me
Its definitely cool but not a must 👍🏼
In Thailand Taycan RWD start price at 200k usd. Because we have to pay tax to the government.
This is not fair for us. In poor country porsche 3 times more expensive than Europe and US. but USA and Europe have 5 times more salary than us.
I have a plan to buy one but I feel sad when look at the price comparison. I should get a Turbo S. but in Thailand I can only afford RWD.
When Thailand people look at the super car USA and Europe price we think it's very cheap.
I have heard similar points a view from China as well as the pricing is significantly less in the US 🥺
it's not the EPA who's giving the low numbers, it's Porsche who only wants it at that low #.
When at Porsche Taycan training a little over a year ago we were taught it was the EPA that was testing the vehicles and getting this low of number and were encouraged to use other test such as AMCI or WLTP as these use different methodologies and testing procedures than the EPA when testing. Porsche is typically conservative but I don't believe they would want this low of test numbers with regards to range... especially when other manufactures are getting "higher" EPA range numbers it doesn't necessarily look good for those that one want to jump from another BEV and used to higher range. AMCI is significantly more accurate in terms of real world range on the Taycan though an array of drive modes and topography. See AMCI testing protocol below. Thanks for commenting Greg!
amcitesting.com/2021taycan/
I just build mine and it went over 200k 😂
Woowzer! Send over the code! Would love to see it!
The RWD-only Taycan isn't worth it. You won't be happy with its poor acceleration. You want at least the 4S.
The Bose sound system is actually quite good in the Taycan.
For some the RWD variant may be under powered, the 4S tends to be the sweet spot! 👍🏼
@joshua trees No. The 4S is just SUPER FUN to drive! The base model? Not so much. I buy Porsches because they're fun to drive. I currently own three: an air-cooled 911, a Macan GTS, and an old Cayenne.
Sleeping for 10 hours? You people live like this?
😂 Alot of people do!