AMCI TESTING CERTIFIED RESULTS
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN,
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN
(PERFORMANCE BATTERY PLUS),
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S,
AND
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
(PERFORMANCE BATTERY PLUS)
AMCI TESTING CERTIFIED REAL-WORLD RANGE
SEE RESULTS
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN
Motor Configuration — Rear
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Battery
800-Volt, 79.2 kWh
Horsepower
321 Standard/402 with launch control
Torque (lb-ft)
250 Standard/254 with launch control
Transmission / Drivetrain
Two-Speed Rear Axle/RWD
Tire Brand/Model
Continental ProContact RX
Tire Size — Front/Rear
225/55R19 103H / 275/45R19 108H
Wheel Model/Design
19-inch Taycan Aero
Brakes — Front/Rear
360mm Ventilated Discs/358mm Ventilated Discs
MFG’s Curb Weight (lbs.)
4,566
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN
(PERFORMANCE BATTERY PLUS)
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN
(PERFORMANCE BATTERY PLUS)
Motor Configuration — Rear
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Battery
800-Volt, 93.4 kWh (Performance Battery Plus option)
Horsepower
375 Standard/469 with launch control
Torque (lb-ft)
250 Standard/263 with launch control
Transmission / Drivetrain
Two-Speed Rear Axle/RWD
Tire Brand/Model
Continental ProContact RX
Tire Size — Front/Rear
225/55R19 103H / 275/45R19 108H
Wheel Model/Design
19-inch Taycan Aero
Brakes — Front/Rear
360mm Ventilated Discs/358mm Ventilated Discs
MFG’s Curb Weight (lbs.)
4,742
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN
Motor Configuration — Rear
Permanent Magnet Synchronous (1F/1R)
Battery
800-Volt, 79.2 kWh
Horsepower
429 Standard/522 with launch control
Torque (lb-ft)
472
Transmission / Drivetrain
Single-Speed Front Axle, Two-Speed Rear Axle/AWD
Tire Brand/Model
Goodyear Eagle Touring
Tire Size — Front/Rear
225/55R19 103H / 275/45R19 108H
Wheel Model/Design
19-inch Taycan S Aero
Brakes — Front/Rear
360mm Ventilated Discs/358mm Ventilated Discs
MFG’s Curb Weight (lbs.)
4,771
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
(PERFORMANCE BATTERY PLUS)
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2021 PORSCHE TAYCAN 4S
(PERFORMANCE BATTERY PLUS)
Motor Configuration — Rear
Permanent Magnet Synchronous (1F/1R)
Battery
800-Volt, 93.4 kWh (Performance Battery Plus option)
Horsepower
482 Standard/562 with launch control
Torque (lb-ft)
479
Transmission / Drivetrain
Single-Speed Front Axle, Two-Speed Rear Axle/AWD
Tire Brand/Model
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
Tire Size — Front/Rear
245/45R20 103Y / 285/40R20 108Y
Wheel Model/Design
20-inch Taycan Turbo Aero
Brakes — Front/Rear
360mm Ventilated Discs/358mm Ventilated Discs
MFG’s Curb Weight (lbs.)
4,947
AMCI TESTING CERTIFICATION OVERVIEW
AMCI Testing’s Certification protocol is based on the statistical imperative for unbiased, repeatable results:
- Testing was conducted over two specific routes: AMCI Testing’s Real-World City/Highway Route (commute-driving simulation in Normal Mode) and AMCI Testing’s Real-World City Route (city-driving simulation in Range Mode)
- All driving was done during weekdays at the same time of day
- Each vehicle began every test cycle with its state-of-charge (SOC) indicator at 100%
- Each was operated on course until it entered its restricted-power “limp home” mode—which was considered the vehicle’s terminal mileage for battery depletion
- All accessory loads were held consistent during each testing cycle and headlights were set to “Auto”
Specific to the AMCI Testing City/Highway Route:
- Each Taycan vehicle was operated in Normal Mode with Regen set to “Auto” and HVAC to “Eco”
- Driving was precisely coordinated at the speed of traffic up to and including the legal speed limit during city driving, and up to 5 MPH over the legal limit on highways
Specific to the AMCI Testing City Route:
- Each Taycan vehicle was operated in Range Mode with Regen set to “On” and HVAC to “Off”
- Driving was precisely coordinated at the speed of traffic up to and including the legal speed limit
ABOUT AMCI TESTING
What Is AMCI Testing?
AMCI Testing is an independent automotive research firm committed to unbiased, comparative evaluations of automotive products. AMCI Testing evaluates, tests and critiques more than 150 cars and trucks each year at our test facilities in Southern California and private proving grounds worldwide.
Who does AMCI Testing work with?
For more than 35 years, major automotive OEMs have hired AMCI Testing as an impartial check on internal engineering achievements, and a third-party perspective on competitive vehicles in segment. We provide an anchoring outsider viewpoint on crucial marketing, branding, training and final product decisions.
The Importance Of Objectivity
Truth—as substantiated by scientific process and hard data—has always been the cornerstone of AMCI Testing’s commitment to our clients and consumers. We have spent more than three decades developing analytical protocols in nearly 400 areas—from performance and quality to long-term reliability and emissions.
