Read Caroline’s Porsche Taycan review for everything you need to know about buying Porsche’s four-door electric sports saloon.
The Porsche Taycan first arrived back in 2020, as Porsche’s first fully electric model. With sports car good looks and enviable performance, it quickly became one of the most desirable premium EVs on sale.
Porsche has refined its pioneering electric saloon with crucially more range, even more power, even faster charging and a few subtle styling upgrades.
I tested the entry-level, rear-wheel-drive Taycan on Irish roads with thanks to Porsche Centre Dublin. It offers the longest range of any Taycan, now up to an impressive 678 kilometres.
Design
Porsche hasn’t messed with the Taycan’s iconic, sleek shape, but the 2025 update does change a few things. The front end has been refreshed with new headlights that come with improved matrix LED technology, and new front wings. The Taycan sits low to the ground like a sports car, and its width and length give it considerable presence. It’s a car that can turn heads rapidly…and draw a crowd when finished in a bright colour like Shade Green Metallic.
There’s a full-width light bar at the back, and new for the Taycan, the Porsche wordmark can light up as an option. Typical of Porsche, the Taycan can be personalised with everything from the colour to the alloy wheel designs, which range from 19- to 21-inch.
Porsche Taycan Interior
Inside, the Taycan has a beautiful interior of extremely good quality. It feels incredibly sporty and driver-focused from behind the wheel, with all the controls falling to hand easily. The driving position is low and sporty, and the instruments have simple, classy graphics with no distractions. There’s a choice of rich materials to choose from including full leather, in a variety of colours, and a slim leather-wrapped steering wheel with a special Mode Switch to access the drive modes quickly (Range, Normal, Sport and Sport Plus). Very important when driving a Porsche!
The digital driver display and central touchscreen are intuitive to use, with handy shortcut buttons that are easy to navigate and adjust the vehicle settings. An optional passenger display is also available.
Beneath the touchscreen is a touch-sensitive panel for the climate controls. It works well enough with haptic feedback to guide you, but traditional dials and knobs would be more satisfying to use.
Standard features include heated front seats with power adjustment, reversing camera, wireless smartphone charging and adaptive cruise control. There are also many options to spec up the car as you wish.
Practicality
In terms of practicality, the Taycan has a 407-litre boot plus an extra 81-litre ‘frunk’ under the bonnet. The boot is not the most versatile because of the narrow, saloon-style opening. But the Sport Turismo and Cross Turismo estate derivatives offer better space and access if that’s a priority.
The rear seat is good for two adults, though taller passengers may find headroom tight under the sloping roofline. The Taycan is sold as a four seater but it is possible to tick a “4+1” option for an extra middle seat and seatbelt. Isofix mounts are present on the two rear seats, but families needing more space will still find the Macan or Cayenne better suited to the job.
Driving the Porsche Taycan
The Porsche Taycan has been known for its scintillating electric performance so what’s new for the updated one? Well, for a start the range is better thanks to improved battery capacity. There’s also even more performance available and improved efficiency too. For example, the rear wheel drive Taycan tested here now offers up to 678 km of range when equipped with the Performance Battery Plus, which has increased capacity to 105kWh (97kWh usable).
For an entry model, the rear wheel drive Taycan does not disappoint. With 435hp and 420Nm torque available, 0-100 km/h is now just 4.8 seconds with launch control engaged. Despite these numbers, there is still a feeling from behind the wheel that Porsche held back a little with this model to make room for even more powerful variants like the all wheel drive 4S, GTS and Turbo models, which just get quicker and quicker.
The Taycan is a big car but shrinks around you from the driver’s seat. It’s agile and precise, with naturally weighted steering that makes driving it a real joy. Porsche’s unique two-speed transmission on the rear axle also plays a big role in the Taycan’s character. The shorter first gear gives explosive acceleration from a standstill, while the longer second gear helps maintain efficiency and stability at motorway speeds.
Switching into Sport or Sport Plus sharpens throttle response, firms up the damping and gives the Taycan a more alert, playful character, while Range mode lowers the suspension to maximise efficiency. Consumption is very reasonable for a sports saloon thanks to the Taycan’s sleek shape and aerodynamics, particularly when cruising.
Air suspension is now standard across the range, improving ride comfort and refinement, especially on the motorway. The Taycan still feels firm, as a sports car should, giving you a great sense of connection to the road. All in all, the Taycan is one of the most engaging electric sports saloons on sale.
Charging the Taycan
Charging is a real highlight thanks to Porsche’s advanced 800V electrical architecture. Both charge ports handle AC charging at 11kW, and one side supports ultra-rapid DC charging up to 320kW. At a suitably rapid charger, 10–80% can take as little as 18 minutes.
Porsche Taycan Price
The 2025 Porsche Taycan starts from €111,035 in Ireland for the rear-wheel-drive model with up to 678 km of range depending on specification. As with every Porsche, the options list is extensive, covering everything from exterior colours and wheel designs to interior leather packages and performance upgrades.
Moving up through the range to the 4S, GTS, and Turbo models quickly increases the price, but each variant brings even more performance and capability.
Verdict
The updated 2025 Porsche Taycan strengthens its position as one of the very best electric cars on sale. It blends Porsche’s trademark handling and performance with long-distance range, super fast charging and a luxurious cabin that feels special every time you get behind the wheel.
It isn’t the most practical EV, and it can get expensive once you start adding options, but if you prioritise driving enjoyment, style and the best electric performance, the Taycan is hard to beat. A truly impressive update to an already outstanding car.
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Written by Caroline Kidd
Founder and Editor of Changing Lanes, Juror for Irish Car of the Year
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