2020 PORSCHE TAYCAN TURBO S REVIEW

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The 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S is presented as the first true competitor to the Tesla Model S, offering impressive performance figures with up to 750 horsepower and 774 lb-ft of torque in overboost. The reviewer highlights Porsche's unique approach to EV naming with 'Turbo S' and praises the vehicle's premium interior, extensive screen real estate (five LCDs), and high-quality materials. Key technological advancements include an 800-volt battery architecture for faster charging (up to 150kW with the optional upgrade, 22 minutes for 5-80% on 350kW chargers) and aggressive regenerative braking (265kW peak), which Porsche claims handles 90% of daily braking. However, the reviewer notes the Taycan is a sedan, not a liftback, resulting in less cargo space (12.9 cu ft vs. Model S's 26.3 cu ft) and a less practical rear cargo area. The European-spec model tested featured amber turn signals and a European charging port, with potential differences for the US market. The reviewer also found the digital climate controls and air vents less intuitive than traditional buttons.