Porsche starts pre-sales of new Taycan RWD in China

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- Porsche recently kicked off the presale of its new Taycan model's RWD (rear-wheel drive) version in China, setting a starting price of 928,000 yuan.

New Taycan RWD; photo credit: Porsche

Regarding the front end, the mid-cycle refresh of the Porsche Taycan adopts a more streamlined exterior design with two sets of parallel lines, headlight clusters and air intake designs, coupled with a combination of upper and lower daytime running lights, presenting an more aggressive aesthetic.

New Taycan RWD; photo credit: Porsche

Besides, the new Taycan's elongated front end and flowing fastback silhouette shift the visual focus to the rear, while the air intakes on the fenders and doors add a sporty touch.

In terms of dimensions, the new Taycan RWD measures 4,963mm in length, 1,966mm in width, and 1,379mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,900mm. Despite being nearly 5 meters long, it is paried with a low profile under 1.4 meters.

As an all-electric vehicle model, the new Taycan is equipped with a protruding rear bumper and a large black protective plate.

New Taycan RWD; photo credit: Porsche

Inside, the model features Porsche's latest family design layout, with an arc-shaped digital instrument cluster and an embedded central control screen. Regarding the center console area, the model enjoys a vertical screen that enables vehicle function controls, while the cabin's minimalist design eschews physical buttons for a streamlined and tech-forward aesthetic.

Notably, the model will come standard with the Sport Chrono package, adaptive air suspension, front and rear radars, 360-degree camera, matrix LED headlights, BOSE audio system, and rear privacy glass among other features.

Under the hood, the new Taycan RWD boasts a rear-mounted electric motor with a maximum output of 408 horsepower. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds. With an 89kWh battery pack, the model achieves a CLTC-rated range of 604km. The model also boasts regenerative braking with a peak power of 400 kW.