Porsche has recently introduced the pinnacle of its electric vehicle lineup, the Taycan Turbo GT, setting new standards in performance and speed. The launch includes two versions: the standard Taycan Turbo GT and the race-track-optimized Taycan Turbo GT with the Weissach package. The latter variation, stripped of its rear seats for an enhanced power-to-weight ratio, boasts over 1,100 PS, equivalent to approximately 1085 horsepower, marking a new era for electric sports cars.
The Taycan Turbo GT, particularly with its Weissach package, has shattered records at both the Nürburgring and Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca. Porsche’s development driver, Lars Kern, piloted the Taycan Turbo GT Weissach to become the fastest electric series-production vehicle at Laguna Seca with a lap time of 1:27.87 minutes. This achievement was closely followed by a record-setting performance at the Nürburgring, where the same model, in a pre-production guise, clocked a lap time of 7:07.55 minutes, establishing it as the quickest four-door vehicle across all powertrain categories at the Nürburgring.
Acceleration from 0 to 62 miles per hour is breathtaking, with the Taycan Turbo GT achieving it in just 2.3 seconds, and the Weissach package variant in an even quicker 2.2 seconds. Although pricing details remain undisclosed, the allure of the Taycan Turbo GT is undeniable, promising unmatched electric performance.
Further enhancing the Taycan Turbo GT’s allure are its formidable specs, including a top speed of 190 mph, making it the fastest Taycan to date. The optional Weissach package not only reduces weight but also introduces aerodynamic enhancements such as a fixed rear spoiler, significantly improving the vehicle’s dynamics and handling. Additionally, the Turbo GT features an ‘Attack mode,’ unleashing its full potential for short bursts.
Lightweighting efforts and aerodynamic optimizations have been meticulously applied, including a remarkable downforce of 220 kg for the Weissach model and the use of advanced ceramic brakes. These enhancements, coupled with the record-breaking lap times at both the Nürburgring and Laguna Seca, underscore Porsche’s commitment to pioneering in the electric vehicle segment.
The interior sees weight-saving measures such as the removal of floor mats and the installation of a carbon storage compartment in place of rear seats, emphasizing the Turbo GT’s track-focused ethos. With a price starting from 0,000, the Taycan Turbo GT represents the zenith of Porsche’s electric innovation, challenging competitors like the Tesla Model S Plaid and Lucid Air Sapphire with its unparalleled performance and speed.
As Porsche ventures into the territory of high-performance electric vehicles with the Taycan Turbo GT and its Weissach package, it poses an intriguing question: Will the brand’s enthusiasts embrace this hardcore, track-focused EV as they have with iconic models like the GT3 RS? Only time will tell, but for now, the Taycan Turbo GT stands as a monumental achievement in the evolution of electric sports cars. Also don’t forget to check the fastest cars in the world.
