Price MSRP
$136,200
Score
Efficiency
2.7 Le/100km
Power Source
Electric
When Porsche launched its fully electric Taycan sedan in 2019, it showed the world that Porsche-brand dynamic magic and electric propulsion could go hand in hand. It was a driver’s car first, and an EV second. Shoppers have numerous variants of the stylish Taycan to choose from, including several long-roof hatchback models and the fastest accelerating vehicle Car & Driver has ever tested: the Taycan Turbo GT.
2026 Porsche Taycan Competitors
The Taycan competes with the Lucid Air, Tesla Model S, BMW i4 M50, Audi S6 e-tron, Audi e-tron GT and Mercedes-AMG EQS.
What’s new with the Porsche Taycan for 2026?
All 2026 Porsches get infotainment upgrades including faster response, Amazon Alexa voice assistant, a new app centre to download new third-party software, and Dolby Atmos surround sound fitted with the optional upgraded audio systems. There’s a new Taycan 4S Black Edition for 2026.
2026 Porsche Taycan Performance
The base Taycan 4S delivers eye-widening acceleration, exceptional handling and driver engagement, thanks to its standard air suspension with dual-chamber dampers. The dual-motor setup delivers all-wheel drive, 536 horsepower and dash to 100 km/h in about 3.7 seconds. That’s more performance than any sane person could ask for. But we’re talking Porsche here. Next up is the sportier-tune GTS with 690 horses, followed by the 871-hp Turbo and 938-hp Turbo S. Still not enough? The insane Taycan Turbo GT was developed to claim EV sedan lap records at the Nurburgring and Leguna Seca. It pushes out a staggering 1,019 hp (1,092 hp with launch control) and 988 lb-ft of torque. Handling is equally impressive with its standard active suspension.
2026 Porsche Taycan Range and Charging
The Taycan is available with two battery sizes – the 82.3 kWh Performance or 97.0 kWh Performance Plus with corresponding max charging rates of 270 kW and 320 kW. The Taycan can go from 10-80% charge in as little as 18 minutes on a DC fast charger. Official EPA range for the Taycan 4S sedan ranges from 515-538 km depending on spec. Higher performance models sacrifice some of that range.
2026 Porsche Taycan Safety
Standard safety kit includes matrix LED headlights, automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, front and rear park assist, rear cross traffic alert, exit warning and traffic sign recognition. Buyers will pay extra for head-up display, surround view camera, and intersection assist. There is no IIHS or NHTSA crash data on the current Porsche Taycan, but the sedan did receive a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP when launched in 2019.
2026 Porsche Taycan Reliability
Looking at the 2025 J.D. Power reliability survey, Porsche sits just above the industry average of 197 PP100 at 198 PP100 (problems per 100 vehicles). That noted, earlier models of the Taycan has problems relating to software, connectivity, and charging, and 2025 saw some battery issues.
2026 Porsche Taycan Interior
The Taycan’s cabin is simple, elegant and beautifully rendered, and the driving position is sports car low. There’s no flash or frivolity, yet no one will ever feel they overpaid for this Porsche EV. Standard features include 10-speaker audio, 8-way power front seats, phone charge pad and navigation. The driver gets a five-gauge digital cluster and the central infotainment screen measures 12.3-inches. An available 10.9-inch screen for the front passenger gives access to vehicle functions. With the exception of a toggle shifter on the dashboard and some steering wheel buttons, the cabin is free of physical controls.
2026 Porsche Taycan Dimensions
With its compact body and sloping rear roofline, the Taycan sedan’s back seats are cozy for two adults. No stretching out here. Its trunk measures a useful 407 litres and there’s also an 81-litre frunk. The Sport Turismo/Cross Turismo hatchback ups the utility with 446 litres behind the rear seat, expandable to 1,212 litres with the split rear seats folded.
2026 Porsche Taycan Canadian Pricing
The 2026 Taycan 4S sedan starts at $150,442, or $158,772 for the Cross Turismo long roof hatchback. The new 4S Black Edition starts from $169,642. Next up is the 690-hp GTS in sedan ($188,692) or Sport Turismo body style ($191,122). The 871-hp Turbos run $224,109 for the sedan and $226,309 for the Cross Turismo, while the corresponding Turbo S models with 938 horses run $266,689 and $269,099. The insane 1,019-hp Turbo GT starts at $304,189 for either the “regular” model or the lighter-weight more track-focused Turbo GT with Weissach Package.