DecodedCars2026 Porsche Taycan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 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
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 315 mi · 11.5 h on 240 V
- Length
- 195.3–195.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,718–5,102 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 315 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 28 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 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 315 miles and takes about 11.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Taycan — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Taycan →
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 4S Perf Battery Plus 19in All-Season (M+S) EV | 150 and 175 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 315 mi · 36.2403 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Taycan 4 Perf Battery Plus 19in All-Season (M+S) EV | 150, 415 and 503 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 315 mi · 36.2403 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Taycan Performance Battery EV | 300 and 320 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 274 mi · 37.0713 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Taycan 4S Performance Battery EV | 235 and 254 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 252 mi · 38.4498 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Taycan 4 Perf Battery Plus EV | 175 and 503 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 294 mi · 38.7298 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Taycan 4S Perf Battery Plus EV | 150 and 201 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 295 mi · 38.5437 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Taycan 4 Performance Battery EV | 150, 415 and 503 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 251 mi · 38.5743 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Taycan GTS EV | 234 and 503 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 293 mi · 38.977 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan Turbo EV | 234 and 554 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 292 mi · 39.3432 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan GTS Sport Turismo EV | 234 and 415 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 279 mi · 41.0496 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan Turbo GT EV | 190 and 254 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 276 mi · 40.8761 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Taycan 4 Cross Turismo EV | 175 and 254 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 277 mi · 41.5097 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package EV | 234 and 503 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 269 mi · 41.7469 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan 4S Cross Turismo EV | 201 and 503 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 272 mi · 42.2417 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo S EV | 150 and 201 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 266 mi · 42.7654 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo EV | 175 and 234 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 265 mi · 42.9487 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo EV | 150 and 234 kW ACPM | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 261 mi · 43.6145 kWh/100mi | – | $1,000 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Porsche Taycan.
Similar 2026 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Porsche Taycan (this car) | 315 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW 3 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus IS | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Porsche Taycan.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Porsche Taycan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Porsche Taycan in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Taycan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Taycan | 318 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2024 Taycan | 246 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 6 | 9 |
| 2023 Taycan | 246 mi | 195.3 in | Not rated | 11 | 21 |
| 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 →