AutoVault's overall score, weighted for what a electric wagon is actually for — performance, technology, comfort, reliability, safety and value.
Specifications
Engine
Dual-Motor Electric
Horsepower
590 hp
Torque
626 lb-ft
0–60 mph
3.3 sec
Top speed
155 mph
Drivetrain
AWD
Seats
5
Combined MPG
99 mpg (104 city / 95 hwy)
Range
219 miles
MSRP
$141,200
Body style
Electric Wagon
The verdict
What's good
Roof rails and expanding cargo floor make it a genuine daily-use family hauler
Electric torque delivery in Sport Turismo form means no turbo lag when merging laden
Exterior proportions translate the estate body without looking van-like
Rear seat headroom is better than the sedan thanks to the raised roofline
What's not
Real-world range with a full load drops noticeably below the EPA figure
Cargo capacity is below comparably priced ICE estate competitors like the RS6
Software reliability issues reported more frequently than Porsche's petrol wagons
DC fast charging network gaps make long road trips require more route planning
The engine
Dual-Motor Electric
Dual-Motor Electric
The Taycan's two motors — including a rare two-speed gearbox on the rear axle — deliver brutal, repeatable launches and Porsche-sharp response, holding their full performance lap after lap.
Porsche's first series EV rides on an 800-volt architecture co-developed for Le Mans-winning 919 Hybrid racers, prioritizing thermal stability and repeatable performance over a single hero number.
The Taycan was the first production car with an 800-volt system — half the charging time and lighter wiring.
Its rear axle uses a two-speed transmission, almost unheard-of in EVs, for both launch and top-end efficiency.
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The six sub-scores behind the 86 — performance, tech, comfort, reliability, safety and value