Porsche launches three new Taycan EV models, adding more performance and range
The updated 2025 Porsche Taycan EV, with more range, performance, and faster charging, just gained three new variants. With 13 versions now available, the Porsche Taycan lineup has an option for almost everyone.
“We are continuing this success story with the extensively updated Taycan,” Kevin Giek, head of the Taycan lineup, said after unveiling the updated 2025 Taycan in February.
The new model is an improvement in nearly every aspect. It’s faster than ever, can drive a longer range per charge, and even charges up quicker to get you back on the road. It even gained slick new styling, adding to its already sporty design.
In March, Porsche launched the 1,092 hp Taycan Turbo GT, its fastest street-legal vehicle yet. With the Weissach Package, the electric workhorse can hit 0 to 60 mph in just 2.1 seconds.
The Taycan Turbo GT topped the record at the Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca earlier this year. With a lap time of 1:27:87, Porsche took the title back from Tesla’s Model S Plaid (with track package).
Porsche launches three new 2025 Taycan EVs
Now, Porsche is expanding its lineup with three new Taycan models hitting the market. On Tuesday, Porsche launched the new Taycan GTS, GTS Sport Turismo, and new entry-level AWD Taycan 4 models.
“With the wide-ranging Taycan line-up, we meet a broad range of customer wishes and mobility needs. Our three latest models exemplify this exceptional breadth,” Giek said during the unveiling.
The new Taycan GTS builds on the iconic Porsche Gran Turismo Sport’s “model-spanning success story.” It packs up to 690 hp (with Launch Control), 100 hp more than the previous model, and is available in sedan or Sport Turismo form.
A new Electric Sport Sound system sets the GTS variant apart from other Taycan models. Porsche said the added feature is “to do justice to the exhilarating character of a GTS.” The new model can hit 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds.
The Taycan 4 Cross Turismo is for those who want performance and efficiency. Depending on the battery (Standard Performance or Performance Battery Plus), the new model can produce up to 429 hp.
With dual motors, the new entry-level Taycan 4 provides more control and stability. It also features Porsche Traction Management and Adaptive Air Suspension for that smooth ride you would expect from the luxury brand.
| 2025 Porsche Taycan trim | Starting Price (not including $1,995 destination fee) |
| Taycan | $99,400 |
| Taycan 4 Sports Sedan | $103,300 |
| Taycan 4S | $118,500 |
| Taycan GTS sedan | $147,900 |
| Taycan GTS Sport Turismo | $149,800 |
| Taycan Turbo | $173,600 |
| Taycan Turbo S | $209,000 |
| Taycan 4 Cross Turismo | $111,100 |
| Taycan 4S Cross Turismo | $125,200 |
| Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo | $176,300 |
| Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo | $211,700 |
The new Taycan 4 starts at $103,300. For the Taycan GTS, prices start at $147,900 for the sedan and $149,800 for the GTS Sport Turismo. Prices do not include a $1,995 delivery fee.
Porsche now offers 13 Taycan EV models spanning three body variants, AWD and RWD powertrains, and performance ranging from 402 hp to up to 1,019 hp. The new variants are set to hit dealerships in early 2025. Porsche said availability will start in late Q1 2025.
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China just laid out a plan to roll out over 100,000 ultra-fast EV charging stations by 2027 – and they’ll all be open to the public.
The National Development and Reform Commission’s (NDRC) joint notice, issued on Monday, asks local authorities to put together construction plans for highway service areas and prioritize the ones that see 40% or more usage during holiday travel rushes.
The NDRC notes that China’s ultra-fast EV charging infrastructure needs upgrading as more 800V EVs hit the road. Those high-voltage platforms can handle super-fast charging in as little as 10 to 30 minutes, but only if the charging hardware is up to speed.
China had 31.4 million EVs on the road at the end of 2024 – nearly 9% of the country’s total vehicle fleet. But charging access is still catching up. As of May 2025, there were 14.4 million charging points, or roughly 1 for every 2.2 EVs.
To keep the grid running smoothly, China wants new chargers to be smart, with dynamic pricing to incentivize off-peak charging and solar and storage to power the charging stations.
To make the business side work, the government is pushing for 10-year leases for charging station operators, and it’s backing the buildout with local government bonds.
The NDRC emphasized that the DC fast chargers built will be open to the public. This is a big deal because a lot of fast chargers in China aren’t. For example, BYD’s new megawatt chargers aren’t open to third-party vehicles.
As of September 2024, China had expanded its charging infrastructure to 11.4 million EV chargers, but only 3.3 million were public.
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Tesla is starting to experience some consequences for misleading Full Self Driving customers – at least that’s the finding of one arbitration ruling that has Tesla refunding one customer $10,000 plus legal fees for failing to deliver on their promises. Find out more on today’s legally challenging episode of Quick Charge!
An arbitration “court” found that Tesla misled customers with its Full Self Driving product, and has now been forced to refund at least one person’s $10,000 payment (plus legal fees) for the not-quite autonomous driving software. France, too, is piling on claims of deceptive business practices – but there’s some good news for FSD fans! If you’re still willing to pay for it, Tesla will thrown in 0% financing on a brand new Cybertruck.
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