I have been searching for details on the test procedures since several comments criticized the test for not being standardized. I have not been able to find full details on the test procedures (such as climate settings, speed, etc.), but the full report is here...
The testing Edmunds did is standard for all cars they review, not just sports cars. Things like 0-60 and skid pad are reported by all the car magazines for all cars.
While the tone of the review was negative, it was based on facts. You can buy a less expensive EV SUV that has better...
I test drove a Macan EV RWD yesterday. I purposely drove it before driving a higher spec 4 (but, I coming from my Taycan 4S). I found the RWD to be surprisingly quick and responsive. I think most people coming from an ICE vehicle would find it perfectly adequate since they have not experienced...
I have been waiting for this discussion since I have a 2021 Taycan 4S and have been considering the Macan EV, but wondering if the price difference is worth going with the Porsche. Like OP feeling burned by the Taycan depreciation and the horrible Porsche lease “deals”. If I calculate correctly...
Highways are supported by gas taxes. This is a way for EVs to pay for their share of maintaining these roads. Seems paradoxical, and logical, at the same time.
First post on the Macan forum, but long-time member of the Taycan Forum. I have a 2021 Taycan 4S and am considering moving from the Taycan to a Macan EV 4S since it is a more versatile car and better fits my current needs. I used the configurator to spec a Macan 4S and it comes to about $105K...
I agree that Porsche already has the software/hardware to enable one-pedal driving. If you use the automatic regen setting (long press on the regen button on steering wheel) and the road conditions require it, you can get very aggressive regeneration similar to Tesla one-pedal driving (I also...