2023 Porsche Taycan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4 / 4s 4dr Sedan, 4 / 4s Cross Turismo, Turbo / Turbo S 4dr Sedan, Turbo / Turbo S Cross Turismo / Sport Turismo
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Horsepower
- 402–670 hp
- Transmission
- 2-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 246 mi · 9.5 h on 240 V
- Length
- 195.3–195.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,718–5,102 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 11 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 670 hp, versus about 349 hp for similar 2023 models.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- 11 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 34 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Porsche Taycan is a compact car powered by electricity and all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,718 lb (4 / 4s 4dr Sedan).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 246 miles and takes about 9.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 11 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Taycan — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Taycan →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Stuttgart, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Taycan configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 / 4s 4dr Sedan | 195.3 in | 77.6 in | 54.3 in | 114.2 in | 65.7 / 64.6 in | 4,718 lb | 49/51 |
| 4 / 4s Cross Turismo | 195.7 in | 77.6 in | 55.5 in | 114.2 in | 65.7 / 64.6 in | 4,760 lb | 49/51 |
| Turbo / Turbo S 4dr Sedan | 195.3 in | 77.6 in | 54.3 in | 114.2 in | 65.7 / 64.6 in | 5,060 lb | 49/51 |
| Turbo / Turbo S Cross Turismo / Sport Turismo | 195.7 in | 77.6 in | 55.5 in | 114.2 in | 65.7 / 64.6 in | 5,102 lb | 49/51 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taycan GTS EV | 175 and 335 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 246 mi · 40.6946 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan Performance Battery EV | 240 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 208 mi · 40.6731 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan 4S Performance Battery EV | 150 and 270 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 206 mi · 40.4962 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan Perf Battery Plus EV | 280 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 242 mi · 41.1859 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo EV | 175 and 335 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 238 mi · 41.8137 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan 4 Cross Turismo EV | 175 and 320 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 235 mi · 42.0106 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan 4S Perf Battery Plus EV | 175 and 320 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 235 mi · 42.2815 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan GTS Sport Turismo EV | 175 and 335 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 233 mi · 42.0951 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo EV | 175 and 335 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 233 mi · 41.631 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan 4S Cross Turismo EV | 175 and 320 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 230 mi · 42.7868 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo S EV | 190 and 335 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 222 mi · 44.5214 kWh/100mi | – | $1,000 | – |
| Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo EV | 190 and 335 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 222 mi · 44.5214 kWh/100mi | – | $1,000 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Porsche Taycan.
Similar 2023 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Porsche Taycan (this car) | 246 mi | Not rated | 11 |
| 2023 BMW 3 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 BMW 5 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 21 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A4 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (11)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Dec 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V896000 · 172,107 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · May 5, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V221000 · 9,735 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Taycan vehicles. An occupant classification system error may deactivate the front passenger air bag.
- Risk
- An air bag that fails to deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 24, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA2.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Oct 1, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V731000 · 193 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.
- Risk
- A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 22, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB5. This recall expands previous recall numbers 23V-840, 24V-215, and 24V-217. Vehicles previously repaired under the prior recalls will need to have the new remedy completed.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Oct 1, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V732000 · 27,527 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Taycan vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module.
- Risk
- A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the first quarter of 2025. Porsche will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them to only charge the vehicle to 80% capacity until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, dealers will perform a diagnostic test and replace the battery module assembly, if necessary and advise owners to only charge to 80% capacity. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's numbers for this recall are ARB6 and ARB7. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 23V-840, 24V-215, and 24V-217.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jun 19, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V455000 · 31,689 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Taycan vehicles. The front brake hoses can develop cracks and leak brake fluid.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can reduce braking performance and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 29, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARB0.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Mar 20, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V215000 · 606 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Taycan, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, 2020-2023 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, 2021-2022 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, 2022-2023 Taycan GTS, 2023 Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, and 2020-2021 Taycan Turbo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will replace the affected modules in the high-voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 8, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA4.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Mar 20, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V217000 · 749 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Taycan, 2020-2024 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, 2021-2023 Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, 2022-2023 Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, 2023 Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, 2022-2024 Taycan GTS, Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, and 2020-2023 Taycan Turbo S vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will analyze the battery data and replace the high-voltage battery modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 9, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ARA5.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Cable/Cord › Onboard · Dec 13, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V841000 · 41,345 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
- Risk
- An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB6.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Dec 13, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V840000 · 205 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Porsche Taycan, 2021-2022 Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan GTS, and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery modules.
- Risk
- A short circuit in the battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and repair the high-voltage battery by replacing modules as necessary, free of charge Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB5.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Sep 1, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V615000 · 4,777 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2023 Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan GTS, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo, and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo vehicles. The high-voltage battery may have an insufficient amount of sealant, which can allow liquid to accumulate in the battery.
- Risk
- Liquid accumulation in the high voltage battery can cause electrical arcing, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will test the battery for leakage and replace the battery as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 31, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB2.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Mar 17, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V176000 · 130 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Taycan Turbo, 2021 Taycan, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, 2022 Taycan, Taycan Turbo, Taycan GTS, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, 2020-2022 Taycan 4S and Taycan Turbo S, and 2023 Taycan vehicles. When there is an unbelted passenger, the seat belt warning light and audible chime will not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- A malfunctioning seat belt warning system may not alert the passenger to buckle their seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA2.
Not every 2023 Porsche Taycan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Porsche Taycan buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 11 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 10 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 7 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 246 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Porsche Taycan. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Taycan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Taycan | 315 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Taycan | 318 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2024 Taycan | 246 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 6 | 9 |
| 2022 Taycan | 246 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 12 | 80 |
| 2021 Taycan | 227 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 22 | 72 |
| 2020 Taycan | 203 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 16 | 95 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →