2025 TAYCAN GTS FACELIFT – BIG RANGE & POWER | RAPID REVIEW

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The 2025 Porsche Taycan GTS facelift, codenamed J1.2, receives significant upgrades in power, range, and efficiency, aiming to solidify its position as the "Goldilocks" variant. The new NMC batteries offer increased capacity (97 kWh usable) and faster charging (up to 320 kW), contributing to a substantial range increase, with the GTS now capable of an estimated 627 km (390 miles) WLTP, and a real-world winter range nearing 300 miles. Performance is boosted with a new rear motor delivering up to 700 PS overboost and a quicker 0-60 mph time of 3.3 seconds. The standout optional feature is the Porsche Active Ride suspension, which dramatically improves ride comfort and body control by reacting 13 times per second, effectively eliminating roll and body movements. While the standard PASM air suspension is also improved, Active Ride is highlighted as a transformative upgrade worth the significant cost. Design refinements include new headlights and a lighted rear logo, with Porsche now differentiating body styles more distinctly. The interior benefits from increased standard equipment. The reviewer found the GTS now feels significantly faster and more engaging than its predecessor, finally justifying its sporty credentials, and believes it's a compelling choice, especially with the Active Ride suspension, for those prioritizing range and dynamic ability in the evolving EV market.