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Porsche Taycan Joins Carmaker’s U.S. Subscription And Rental Program

The Taycan is now available through the Porsche Drive Subscription and Rental program in the United States.

Porsche first launched its subscription and rental plan through a pilot program in Atlanta in October 2017. It has now grown to operate in Houston, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Monterey, San Diego, San Francisco, and San Jose as well. The all-electric Taycan will be able to drive for a day, a week, or a month.

The Taycan 4S will initially be available through the Single-Vehicle Subscription or rental plan and won’t form part of the Multi-Vehicle Subscription that allows users to swap between different models each month. The subscription plan consists of a flat monthly fee that includes vehicle maintenance and insurance, but doesn’t include charging fees.

Those who opt for the Taycan 4S will need to cough up $3,250 per month while the rear-wheel drive Taycan is available from $2,500 per month. For shorter rentals, the Taycan 4S is offered for $335 per day for 1-3 days and $295 per day for 4+ days. The entry-level, rear-wheel drive Taycan will be added to the Multi-Vehicle subscription plan later this spring.

“Think of Porsche Drive as sports car-as-a-service, a convenient digital way to access the Porsche experience,” Porsche Cars North America president and chief executive Kjell Gruner said of the program. “In three years of testing and growing the concept, together with our dealers, we have created a solution for people who prefer shorter-term and more flexible access. We always want to welcome new friends to our brand, and the fact that 80 percent of Drive customers are new to Porsche is a mark of the program’s success.”

Porsche Taycan 4S Art Car Heading To Auction Next Month

Porsche will soon auction off a special Taycan 4S art car and the proceeds will benefit Swiss non-profit Suisseculture Sociale to support local artists in the country who have struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The man behind the Taycan Art Car, which actually came to life at a pop-up restaurant in Zurich last December, is Richard Phillips. Adorning the exterior of the EV is a custom wrap based on the artist’s ‘Queen of the Night’ 2010 painting that’s dominated by brightly-colored flowers, a blue sky, and butterflies.

A handful of other custom touches were made. For example, there is an illuminated inscription of ‘Queen of the Night’ on the door sill panels thanks to Porsche Exclusive, and an illuminated version of Richard Phillip’s signature that is projected onto the pavement.

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The car has been on display at various Porsche Centers in Switzerland in recent weeks and is currently on display at Porsche Center Geneva. On March 22, it will be moved to Porsche Center Zurich and will later be displayed at Porsche Center Zug, south of Zurich, where it will be handed over to the winning bidder.

“Porsche’s first purely electric sports car, the Taycan, represents a new chapter in the company’s history,” Porsche Schweiz AG chief executive Michael Glinski said. “We wanted to capture this achievement by working together with a leading artist. The result is this creation, which reflects the guiding principles of sustainability and electromobility and of course also places a strong focus on nature in Switzerland.”

“By auctioning the work and donating the proceeds we want to help the Swiss cultural landscape, which has been hit especially hard by the pandemic. Porsche has set a confident course through this crisis and we are eager to give something back to the community.”

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Porsche Taycan Turbo S Goes From 0 To 155 Mph (250 km/h) In 15 Seconds

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S is one of the best electric cars in the market. It combines the practicality of an executive sedan with all the bells and whistles expected from such a model, supercar-like performance and instant thrust.

Sitting at the top of the Taycan range, the Turbo S has up to 750 HP and 774 pound-feet (1,050 Nm) of torque with the Overboost function enabled, or 616 HP without it.

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In the sportiest driving mode, it needs only 2.8 seconds for the 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprint, and will hit the 60 mph (96 km/h) mark in just 2.6 seconds after setting off, while flat out, it will do 161 mph (260 km/h).

Now, as we all know, certain sections of the German Autobahn do not have a speed limit, and that is where this Taycan Turbo S demonstrated its 0 to 155 mph (0-250 km/h) acceleration in a continuous sprint. Mind you, the entire video is only 16 seconds long, and it actually took a bit less for the electric sports sedan to complete it.

In case you want a Taycan Turbo S, then get ready to pay a minimum of €186,336 ($226,514) in Germany, and at least $185,000 in the United States, where it has an EPA estimated driving range of 201 miles (323 km).

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Audi RS6 Drag Races Porsche 911 Turbo S And Taycan Turbo S, Who Do You Think Won?

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The Audi RS6 Avant is an absolute weapon in a straight line, but this video shows that it has no hope keeping up with the likes of the Porsche 911 Turbo S and Porsche Taycan Turbo S.

The RS6 is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with mild-hybrid technology that produces 591 hp and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. It also utilizes an eight-speed automatic transmission sending power to the ground through a Quattro all-wheel drive system, allowing the super estate to hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in the low 3-second range.

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There are few cars competing in the same segment of the market that are as accelerative as the RS6 Avant, but this video proves that if you venture into Porsche’s lineup, there are a handful of vehicles that can out-sprint the Audi.

First up is the Taycan Turbo S. It features a pair of electric motors that combine to deliver 750 hp on Overboost, allowing the car to accelerate with unbelievable ferocity. Then there’s the 911 Turbo S, complete with a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter flat-six rated at 641 hp and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque.

In this race, the Taycan Turbo S gets a slight jump off the line and for the first few feet, the Audi and 911 Turbo S are neck-and-neck. Before long, however, the 911 opens up a gap to the RS6 and as the speeds continue to build, overtakes the Taycan.

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Tesla Model S Performance Can’t Keep Up With Porsche’s Taycan Turbo S

Next year, the Tesla Model S ‘Plaid’ will start to reach the hands of customers but for now, it is the Porsche Taycan Turbo S that’s proven itself to be the most accelerative electric sedan currently on sale.

In what is the most comprehensive test between the flagship Model S Performance and the Taycan Turbo S to date, DragTimes headed out to the quarter-mile to put the duo through their paces. The results were close but it was the Porsche that claimed victory.

During the first run, the Porsche leaps out of the box slightly quicker than the Tesla and is able to stretch out its lead as the two EVs run down the quarter-mile. In the second race, the driver of the Tesla jumped the start and ran a 10.563 quarter-mile, still behind the Porsche that recorded a 10.393-second quarter-mile. The third and final race almost perfectly mimicked the first race as it was the Porsche that got the better launch and stretched out a commanding lead.

To ensure the two were evenly matched, both were brought to the drag strip on trucks and each had 100 per cent charge before the first race.

According to the YouTuber, the Porsche recorded a best 0-60 mph (96 km/h) time of 2.35 seconds while the Model S Performance recorded a best time of 2.34 seconds. However, thanks to the two-speed transmission of the Taycan Turbo S, it proves to be too much as the speeds increased. The Porsche is also said to have performed more consistently throughout the day of filming.

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McLaren 720S Spider Vs. Porsche Taycan Turbo S: Can The Supercar Beat The Electric Super Sedan?

Ever since deliveries commenced in 2017, the McLaren 720S quickly made a name for itself in the drag racing world, as it was the car to beat in a quarter mile sprint.

Countless vehicles, some with more power than Woking’s machine, have fallen victim to the 720S over the years. The question is, can it add the Porsche Taycan Turbo S to this list?

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The Taycan Turbo S benefits from the instant torque of the two electric motors that put out 774 lb-ft (1,050 Nm), with a 750 HP (761 PS / 560 kW) peak output, enabling a 161 mph (260 km/h) top speed and a 0-62mph (0-100 km/h) acceleration of 2.8 seconds. In the right hands, the Taycan Turbo S is a 10-second car, although one with spacious and comfortable back seats and a generous boot space.

At its lightest, it tips the scales at 5,060 lbs (2,295 kg), whereas the dry weight of the 720S Spider, which was the one raced in this video, is 2,937 lbs (1,332 kg). The Macca has a twin turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 that pumps out 710 HP (720 PS / 530 kW) and 568 pound-feet (770 Nm). Thus, it needs 2.9 seconds to sprint to 62 mph (100 km/h) and can reach a top speed of 212 mph (341 km/h).

So, the British supercar has the weight advantage, but the Porsche is more powerful and, thanks to its electric powertrain, quicker off the line. All things considered, then, this is a drag race that could be anyone’s game.

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There’s No Chance The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Can Defeat The 918 Spyder, Right?

Here’s an extremely interesting Porsche family feud: a drag race between the 918 Spyder hybrid supercar and the Taycan Turbo S electric executive saloon.

Not long ago, we would have had no problem in guessing the winner, considering that both are stock, as no family car could have been quicker than a hybrid hypercar. Nonetheless, things have drastically changed over last few years to the point where it could really be anyone’s game in a quarter-mile race.

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In the case of the Taycan, we are talking about a seriously fast machine that needs only 2.6 seconds to sprint to 60 mph (96 km/h) from a standstill, and can keep pushing up to 161 mph (260 km/h). The two electric motors develop a total system output of 750 HP and 774 lb-ft (1,050 Nm) of torque, and with the 93.4 kWh lithium-ion battery fully charged, which is mounted between the two axles for optimum weight distribution, it has an EPA-rated range of 192 miles (309 km/h).

Being almost 10 times pricier than the Taycan Turbo S, the 918 Spyder is a bit faster to 60 mph (96 km/h), and has a significantly higher top speed of 214 mph (344 km/h). It uses a 4.6-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine and two electric motors, which are good for a total of 875 HP and 944 lb-ft (1,280 Nm).

Now, it does seem like the 918 has a slight advantage over the Taycan – plus, it is significantly lighter. On the other side, the Taycan Turbo S’ instant and constant electric torque makes it a ferocious performer, but is that enough to help it beat the mighty 918?

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What Else Can You Get For $1.1M Instead Of The Nissan GT-R50 By Italdesign?

The market for $1 million cars has exploded in recent years, and there are now many more choices in this rarefied segment than there used to be a decade ago.

One nameplate you wouldn’t expect to find on a list of cars that cost $1 million is the Nissan GT-R, though. That changed late last year when the production version of the limited-edition Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign was announced.

Made in just 50 units worldwide, the anniversary model is offered for a whopping €990,000 in Europe – the equivalent of $1.09 million in U.S. currency. For the money, buyers will get a unique coachbuilt body, an interior tailored to their exact specifications, the underpinnings of the 2020 Nissan GT-R Nismo, and then some.

The hand-built 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V6 is specially tuned by Nismo to deliver 720 PS (710 HP) and 780 Nm (575 lb-ft) of torque, rounding out a very special package. But isn’t $1.09 million a bit too much to pay on what is essentially an Italian-styled and more powerful GT-R Nismo?

This got us thinking, what else could you buy for that kind of money? The following list is not exhaustive, as we mainly tried to illustrate the diversity of existing alternatives to the coachbuilt GT-R. You are more than welcome to add your own suggestions in the comments section. Here we go!

10 Nissan GT-Rs or 5 Nissan GT-R Nismos

Yes, $1.09 million will buy you roughly 10 (9.5 to be exact) 2020 Nissan GT-Rs – you know, if you ever wanted your entire family to drive GT-R. Priced from $115,335 (including a $1,795 destination and handling fee), the 565 HP 2020 Nissan GT-R is a supercar killer that seems like a bargain compared to the GT-R50.

If you feel your family members deserve better, you could spend your $1.09 million on five 2020 Nissan GT-R Nismos. At a cool $212,535 each, the 600 HP GT-R Nismo is the car the GT-R50 is based on.

Aston Martin V12 Speedster: $938,500

If buying a bunch of Japanese sports cars for $1.09 million is too vulgar and below your dignity, Aston Martin may have something for your exacting demands. It’s called the V12 Speedster and it’s created by the bespoke customization service ‘Q by Aston Martin’ in a run of just 88 units, each priced at £765,000 ($938,500). This makes it a much more affordable alternative to the McLaren Elva and Ferrari Monza SP2 while looking every bit as special.

With no screen or roof, the Aston Martin V12 Speedster packs a a twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12 engine tuned to produce 690 HP (700 PS) and 555 lb-ft (752 Nm) of torque. That’s about the same as the GT-R50, but do you think people will even notice the Nissan parked next to this?

McLaren Senna: $1.05 Million

It’s not that often a Nissan GT-R costs more than a McLaren hypercar, but that’s exactly the case with the GT-R50 and the Senna. The mid-engined British model starts at $1,050,000, which means you can also pocket $40,000 after the purchase.

You’ll get a hypercar whose 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 churns out 800 PS (789 HP) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque, enabling a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint of 2.8 seconds and a 211 mph (340 km/h) top speed. Plus, it’s named after the late, and legendary, Ayrton Senna. What else is there to add?

NIO EP9: $1.2 Million

Let’s stay in the realm of hypercars with a very special model, the all-electric NIO EP9. Admittedly, we went over budget with this one but we can make an exception to include the Nürburgring lap record holder for electric vehicles, which has posted a time of 6 minutes and 45.90 seconds on the German track.

Built by China’s NIO in a run of only 16 units, the EP9 is way more exclusive than the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign. It’s also way faster, as its four electric motors totaling 1,360 PS (1,342 HP) enable it to do 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 2.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 313 km/h (194 mph).

Lamborghini’s Range: Aventador SVJ ($518,000) + Urus ($211,231) + Huracan Evo Spyder ($287,400)

This dream trio totals a little over $1 million and would make one heck of a garage for a Lamborghini enthusiast. Think about it; you’d have the stellar performance and presence of the 770 HP Aventador SVJ coupe, the practicality and all-terrain capability of a 650 HP Urus, and the open-top character and raw emotions unleashed by the 631 HP Huracan Evo Spyder. Hard to beat this combination, right?

Ferrari 812 Superfast ($338,750) + Ferrari SF90 Stradale ($625,000)

Well, if you’re a Ferrari kind of guy, you could have two of the hottest thoroughbreds from Maranello right now. We’re talking about the front-engined, 789 HP 812 Superfast and the mid-engined, 986 HP SF90 Stradale plug-in hybrid. You’ll be left with plenty of “change” too – $126,250 to be exact. The cash could come in handy as maintaining not one but two Ferraris is not to be taken lightly.

The range topping variant of each Porsche model

If reliability and bang-for-buck are important for you, you could simply spend your $1.09 million on getting the most expensive models of Porsche’s lineup. We’re talking one of each model line.

Here they are: 718 Spyder ($97,650), 718 Cayman GT4 ($100,550), 911 Turbo S Cabriolet ($217,650), Taycan Turbo S ($188,960), Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo ($193,050), Macan Turbo ($85,950), and Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupe ($165,750). The grand total is $1.05 million and that would cover all your motoring needs, from sports cars, wagons and sedans to SUVs, motivated by gasoline, plug-in hybrid or all-electric powertrains.

Over to you now: how would you spend your (hypothetical or real) $1.09 million?

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