# Porsche Taycan specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **EV range:** 315 mi
- **Drive:** AWD, RWD
- **Years covered:** 2020-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Porsche Taycan is a compact car with up to 315 miles of EPA range. Engines: Electric.

## Every 2026 Porsche Taycan version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Range | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Taycan 4S Perf Battery Plus 19in All-Season (M+S) | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 94/92 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 315 mi | 13.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4 Perf Battery Plus 19in All-Season (M+S) | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 94/92 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 315 mi | 13.0 h | $800 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Performance Battery | Electric | RWD | Automatic | 94/88 MPGe | 91 MPGe | 274 mi | 11.5 h | $850 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4S Performance Battery | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 90/85 MPGe | 88 MPGe | 252 mi | 11.5 h | $850 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4 Perf Battery Plus | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 89/85 MPGe | 87 MPGe | 294 mi | 13.0 h | $850 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4S Perf Battery Plus | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 89/85 MPGe | 87 MPGe | 295 mi | 13.0 h | $850 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4 Performance Battery | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 90/84 MPGe | 87 MPGe | 251 mi | 11.5 h | $850 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan GTS | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 88/85 MPGe | 86 MPGe | 293 mi | 13.0 h | $900 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Turbo | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 88/83 MPGe | 86 MPGe | 292 mi | 13.0 h | $900 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan GTS Sport Turismo | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 84/80 MPGe | 82 MPGe | 279 mi | 13.0 h | $900 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Turbo GT | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 86/78 MPGe | 82 MPGe | 276 mi | 13.0 h | $900 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4 Cross Turismo | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 84/79 MPGe | 81 MPGe | 277 mi | 13.0 h | $950 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 85/76 MPGe | 81 MPGe | 269 mi | 13.0 h | $950 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan 4S Cross Turismo | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 82/77 MPGe | 80 MPGe | 272 mi | 13.0 h | $950 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Turbo S | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 80/78 MPGe | 79 MPGe | 266 mi | 13.0 h | $950 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 80/76 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 265 mi | 13.0 h | $950 | 0 g/mi |
| Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo | Electric | AWD | Automatic | 79/75 MPGe | 77 MPGe | 261 mi | 13.0 h | $1,000 | 0 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Porsche Taycan specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPGe | EV range |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | Electric | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 77-93 | 315 mi |
| 2025 | Electric | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 77-93 | 318 mi |
| 2024 | Electric | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 75-83 | 246 mi |
| 2023 | Electric | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 75-83 | 246 mi |
| 2022 | Electric | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 70-83 | 246 mi |
| 2021 | Electric | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 70-79 | 227 mi |
| 2020 | Electric | Automatic | AWD | 68-69 | 203 mi |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the Taycan changed over the years?

- **2026:** maximum range went from 318 to 315 miles.
- **2025:** maximum range went from 246 to 318 miles.
- **2022:** maximum range went from 227 to 246 miles.
- **2021:** RWD became available; maximum range went from 203 to 227 miles.

## What does it cost to run a Taycan?

The EPA puts the 2026 Porsche Taycan's fuel cost at **$800-$1,000 a year**, against about $2,238 for other current compact car: roughly 60% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $4,500 in electricity.

## Taycan vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [BMW i4](/vehicles/bmw-i4) | Electric | 81-118 MPGe | 333 mi | $650-$950 |
| [BMW i5](/vehicles/bmw-i5) | Electric | 91-116 MPGe | 328 mi | $650-$850 |
| [Audi S e-tron](/vehicles/audi-s-e-tron) | Electric | 88-90 MPGe | 300 mi | $850 |
| [Audi RS e-tron](/vehicles/audi-rs-e-tron) | Electric | 84 MPGe | 278 mi | $900 |

Other current compact car from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the range of the 2026 Porsche Taycan?

The 2026 Porsche Taycan has an EPA-estimated range of up to 315 miles on a full charge, with an efficiency rating of 77-93 MPGe combined. Cold weather and highway speed reduce range.

### What engine does the 2026 Porsche Taycan have?

The 2026 Porsche Taycan comes with: Electric. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD and RWD.

### Is there a hybrid Porsche Taycan?

No, the Porsche Taycan is fully electric, so there is no hybrid or gas version.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Porsche Taycan for a year?

About $800-$1,000 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average electricity prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### Does the 2026 Porsche Taycan come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2026 Porsche Taycan is offered with AWD and RWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Porsche Taycan cheap to run compared with other compact cars?

Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $800-$1,000 compares with about $2,238 for other current compact car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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