THE 2025 PORSCHE TAYCAN TURBO S CROSS TURISMO IS AN UNRIVALED 911 CARRERA WAGON

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The 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo represents a significant, albeit subtle, refresh for Porsche's electric wagon. While the exterior styling sees minor tweaks, the core improvements lie in enhanced power, efficiency, and technology. The Turbo S variant delivers staggering performance, with up to 938 horsepower available via launch control, making it ferociously fast, though the reviewer questions the necessity of such power over lesser trims. The Cross Turismo body style adds practicality with increased ground clearance and a more versatile wagon form factor, though rear seat space remains a compromise. Porsche's Active Ride Control suspension is highlighted as a game-changer, providing an exceptionally comfortable and refined ride that masks the vehicle's substantial weight, setting a new benchmark for EV ride quality. The interior maintains its premium feel with a well-integrated, modern tech interface. However, the Taycan's primary drawback remains its exorbitant pricing, with the tested Turbo S model exceeding $250,000 with options, placing it in a league where its prestige and build quality are weighed against more affordable, albeit less refined, competitors.