2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo S

Porsche&first electric car is a sleek sports sedan that fully lives up to the brand&high-performance reputation. The 2020 Porsche Taycan (pronounced tie-kahn) delivers incredible acceleration, precise handling, and aggressive styling. There&some interesting engineering under the skin, too. The Taycan is the first production electric vehicle to use a two-speed transmission and an 800-volt electrical system, which allow for quicker acceleration and shorter recharge times, respectively. In theory, the Taycan is the first real challenger to the Tesla Model S. In practice, the Porsche and Tesla have unique advantages that should steer buyers toward an easier decision. The Model S offers a much higher range rating—but, our real-world testing showed it only has a tiny advantage over a Taycan Turbo S—a more practical package, and access to a sprawling network of fast-charging stations. The Porsche&priority is performance above all else, with interior space as a secondary concern. While buying a Porsche is often an exercise in excess, our pick is the cheaper Porsche Taycan 4S. It&plenty quick and is likely to deliver more range on a single charge than the pricier Turbo models. Porsche&list of optional equipment is longer (and far pricier) than an eight-year-old&Christmas list, which makes choosing the perfect Taycan a very personal affair. However, all buyers should consider the 150-kW charger that triples the maximum charging power at 400-volt DC fast-charging stations. Engine...