Many Porsche Taycan owners are going to be happy to know that Porsche is making their vehicles more efficient through software updates resulting in range bumps.
As we reported back in July, the Porsche 2023 Taycan model year update was mostly focused on software improvements.
Several of these changes were related to the entertainment system in the electric vehicle, but there were also several software improvements to the powertrain and thermal management system that are making the 2023 Taycan more efficient.
Now the good news is that those software improvements are also coming to existing Taycan electric vehicles produced over the last three years.
The biggest range bump goes to the Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, which now goes from 204 to 233 miles of range on a single charge – a 14% range increase through software improvements to the efficiency of the vehicle.
Most other range increases are between 3% and 7%, but there are a few other variants that are getting range increases of more than 10%.
Here’s a list of all the range bumps for all the different Taycan variants (via Drive Tesla Canada):
Variant
EPA estimated range 2022 (miles/km)
EPA estimated range 2023 (miles/km)
Improvement
Taycan sedan
200 mi/321 km
208 mi/334 km
4%
Taycan sedan w/ Performance Battery Plus
225 mi/362 km
242 mi/389 km
7.5%
Taycan 4S sedan
199 mi/320 km
206 mi/331 km
3.5%
Taycan 4S sedan w/ Performance Battery Plus
227 mi/365 km
235 mi/378 km
3.5%
Taycan GTS sedan
246 mi/396 km
246 mi/396 km
0%
Taycan Turbo sedan
212 mi/341 km
238 mi/383 km
12.2%
Taycan Turbo S sedan
201 mi/3223 km
222 mi/357 km
10.4%
Taycan 4 Cross Turismo
215 mi/346 km
235 mi/378 km
9.3%
Taycan 4S Cross Turismo
215 mi/346 km
230 mi/370 km
6.9%
Taycan GTS Cross Turismo
233 mi/375 km
233 mi/375 km
0%
Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo
204 mi/328 km
233 mi/375 km
14.2%
Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo
202 mi/325 km
222 mi/375 km
9.9%
On top of the increase in efficiency, the software changes are also going to enable a faster-charging curve for Taycan electric vehicles.
While Porsche is talking about the update being delivered “over-the-air,” the press release about the update makes it sounds like owners will still have to bring their vehicles to the shop:
The update is free for customers, and can be carried out during a visit to a Porsche service workshop.
But it’s a minor inconvenience to get more efficiency out of your up to three-year-old electric car.
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With its tire-blistering acceleration and record-setting performance, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra has been getting attention throughout the auto industry, impressing everyone who’s seen it. That “everyone” now seems to include the OG supercar brand, itself.
CarNewsChina posted pictures from a Weibo user that reportedly show a Xiaomi SU7 Ultra exiting the storied Ferrari factory in Maranello, Italy. According to a Chinese blogger going by 西米露在博洛尼亚 (which seems to translate to “Sago Dessert in Bologna”), the prancing horse brand is actively benchmarking the Chinese hypercar for its own upcoming EV.
The SU7 Ultra was definitely coming from inside Ferrari’s facility. After verification, we learned this specific vehicle was officially purchased by Ferrari for testing, and the development of their next-generation electric platform.
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra made its debut last year, promising 1,548 hp, sub 2.0-second 0-60 mph times, and a top speed well over 200 mph – all at a price lower than a Tesla Model S Plaid or Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. The car sold out almost immediately after it was unveiled, racking up some 50,000 orders almost overnight.
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The new electric benchmark
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra at Fiorano; via Weibo user Piniluoshan.
In the automotive world, “benchmarking” is a process in which car companies systematically tear down each others’ competitive products to compare everything from sound insulation, vehicle ride and handling, component materials, and even manufacturing methods against their own or against other industry leaders. The goal is to evaluate performance, cost, quality, and other key metrics, effectively figuring out “where they stand” in the market.
Featured image via Xiaomi; sources throughout the post.
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We’re finally getting our first teases of the upgraded 2027 Chevy Bolt, built on GM’s battery/motor platform formerly known as Ultium. So far, so good for the vehicle, which will be revealed later this Fall.
Chevy took to social media today to tease the 2027 Chevy Bolt, saying, “You asked, we listened. The #ChevyBolt is back and better than ever. More this fall. 👀”
Chevy ended the original Bolt program with the 2023 model, which was loved by a loyal group of customers (including myself). Some of the major gripes, including charging speed and rear brake lights, already look to be addressed. Also, a new more aggressive fascia is debuting.
Hopefully, the new Bolt will have improved charging speeds over and above the 54kW that previous Bolts adhered to. One possible downgrade is that the old Bolt’s amazing wireless CarPlay/Android Auto system will likely be replaced by GM’s move to Android’s built-in experience. For a few years, the Chevy Bolt was the most affordable long-range EV, and it won our 2022 Electrek car of the year for its versatility and price.
I would, of course, like to see the new Bolt as a hot hatchback, but GM CEO Mary Barra has hinted that it will likely take more of the EUV’s SUV form factor. Things like AWD options, SuperCruise, pricing, power and range are yet to be revealed, but stay tuned to Electrek for the latest on Bolt developments.
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On today’s test-acular episode of Quick Charge, it’s a new day and a new Chinese ADAS test for Tesla to conquer – but this one’s got a LOT more pedestrian carnage to parse through! We’ve also got some great e-bike deals from Retrospec and a bladder-busting Hyundai.
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