The Porsche Taycan, an all-electric luxury sedan, is set to receive a mid-cycle update for the 2025 model year. Prototypes of the updated Taycan have been spotted testing, revealing subtle changes to the exterior design. These changes include revised front and rear fascias with new vent designs, as well as new wheel patterns. The headlights have also been upgraded, featuring Porsche’s high-resolution matrix LED technology, which provides a more precise light pattern and double the brightness compared to the previous version.
While it is not confirmed if there will be any powertrain changes, there is speculation that the updated Taycan may feature a new battery chemistry that could potentially increase its range and power discharge capability. Additionally, Porsche is likely to introduce software tweaks, as they have been consistently updating the Taycan’s software since its launch in 2020.
Currently, the performance flagship of the Taycan lineup is the Turbo S grade, which delivers 616 horsepower (with a temporary boost to 750 horsepower) and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.6 seconds, with a top speed of approximately 162 mph. Buyers also have the option to choose between two battery sizes, 79.2 kWh and 93.4 kWh.
With the upcoming update, Porsche is expected to introduce a new range-topping variant known as the Taycan Turbo GT. Rumors suggest that it will have close to 1,000 horsepower, thanks to a three-motor powertrain (the current Taycan models have two motors). With this immense power, the Taycan Turbo GT could potentially outperform the Tesla Model S Plaid, which is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in around two seconds. Furthermore, it is speculated that the Taycan Turbo GT may set a new lap record for a production electric vehicle at the Nürburgring.
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Tesla currently holds the lap record for a production electric vehicle at the Nürburgring with a time of 7 minutes and 25.231 seconds, achieved by the Model S Plaid with the available Track Package. However, the recently unveiled Rimac Nevera set a new record with a time of 7 minutes and 5.298 seconds during the summer, showcasing the rapid advancements in electric vehicle performance.
In summary, the Porsche Taycan is set to receive a mid-cycle update for the 2025 model year. The updates will include subtle design changes, upgraded headlights, and potentially new powertrain options. With a rumored range-topping variant, the Taycan Turbo GT, Porsche aims to compete with Tesla and potentially set a new lap record at the Nürburgring. As the electric vehicle market continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see the advancements Porsche brings to the updated Taycan.
