TIRED OF TAYCAN TROUBLES AND WANT A NEW EV, BUT IT HAS TO BE A GREAT DRIVER'S CAR

EV Channels Review

This episode of Battery Bargains tackles a viewer's dilemma with his 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S, who, despite enjoying its performance and touring capabilities, is experiencing reliability issues and desires longer range (over 300 miles) and a smaller form factor. The hosts acknowledge the Taycan's strengths but pivot to potential replacements. While the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Tesla Model 3 Performance are discussed, their range falls short of the viewer's ideal. The Lucid Air GT is mentioned as a strong contender for range and driving dynamics, though potentially expensive. The Lotus Eletre is highlighted as a compelling "electric hyper SUV" with race car DNA, priced similarly to the Taycan, and praised for its build quality and driving experience. The Audi e-tron GT and upcoming A6 e-tron are also considered, offering a different flavor of performance. Ultimately, the hosts lean towards the Lotus Eletre or Lucid Air as more fitting alternatives that capture the desired driving feel and offer improved range over the Taycan's current issues, while also acknowledging the subjective nature of car preferences.