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POWER TRIP WITH THE ALL-ELECTRIC PORSCHE TAYCAN, THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT.
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drivability remains comparable to that of a gas-powered vehicle. THE IDEA OF ALL-ELECTRIC VEHICLES HITTING Acceleration, braking and handling all feel as you’d expect — and are the highway seemed like an unrealistic notion just 10 years ago. perhaps even enhanced. But with recent advancements in electric motors and battery power The interior boasts classic Porsche design and comfort but technology, they may well rule the road within the next decade. with a futuristic twist. Dashboard buttons are nearly nonexistent as Nearly every automaker offers an all-electric vehicle or a hybrid. virtually everything can be controlled with touchscreens or voice Porsche recently debuted its take on the trend: the Taycan. commands. You can even use the 10.9-inch center display to control At first glance, the Taycan may look like any other Porsche. But the air vents, which are all motorized. Plus the upon further inspection, you’ll see that this is no ordinary sedan. The auto has a futuristic Taycan is available in a vegan interior, utilizing Econyl fiber made from recycled fishing nets in appearance thanks to exterior design elements The 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S place of leather. like modern aerodynamic styling, sleek And say goodbye to the fuel-ups, oil changes headlights and a rear bumper sans tailpipe. • Starting at $185,000 The Taycan comes in three trim levels: the and maintenance routines associated with • Zero to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds 4S, Turbo and Turbo S. The top-of-the-line a conventional gas engine. Ultimately, the • 750 horsepower transition to electric is inevitable, and it Turbo S can reach 60 mph in a staggering • 774 pound-feet max torque 2.6 seconds — enough power to keep up with becomes a question of not if but when. The • 800-volt performance battery Porsche Taycan is one of the few vehicles that even the exotic Bugatti Chiron. The outrageous • Top track speed of 161 mph accelerations and top speed of 161 mph are can get you there now yet will still outperform • Estimated driving range of 192 miles the competition for years to come. achievable thanks to the electric motors, which • Four-passenger seating capacity can deliver an impressive 750 horsepower. • Total luggage volume of 15.7 cubic feet While the switch to all-electric can seem For more information, visit Porsche Minneapolis daunting, you can rest assured that the Taycan’s or log onto minneapolis.porschedealer.com.
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