Electric Cars: The Basics
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The All-Electric Porsche Taycan Saloon
Porsche Taycan, the first all-electric car from the famed German luxury sports car manufacturer, Porsche. Stuttgart based Porsche is known for high-performance cars and is currently owned by the Volkswagen Group. Porsche has always had a close relationship with the Volkswagen Group, because the iconic VW Beetle was designed by Ferdinand Porsche, the founder of Porsche.
Apart from this, both VW and Porsche have collaborated on a number of platforms, to include, the Porsche Cayenne SUV. In 2010, Porsche launched the Cayenne S Hybrid and also developed an electric prototype of the Porsche Boxster, called the Boxster E (2011). The luxury automotive manufacturer currently has the following electric vehicles (EVs) in its portfolio:
- The all-electric Porsche Taycan
- The Panamera E plug-in hybrid
- The Cayenne E plug-in hybrid
The Porsche Taycan battery electric vehicle (BEV) was initially previewed as the Mission E concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2015. Taycan (Turkish) translates as ‘lively young horse’ in reference to the ‘leaping horse’ in the Porsche crest (Porsche confirmed the name in 2017).
The Taycan prototype did make an appearance at the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed (2019). Taycan has taken inspiration from both the Porsche Panamera and the Porsche 911. The Taycan is built on an entirely new platform codenamed J1. Projected production of 40,000 units per year.
The Porsche electric car is available as a saloon and estate body type (Turismo). The Porsche electric vehicle is available in both, front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) variants. As a sports saloon, the manufacturer offers the EV in 5 variants: Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan GTS, Taycan Turbo and Taycan Turbo S. The Turismo estate body style is available as Sport Turismo and Cross Turismo.
The saloon Taycan is available in two EV battery options: 79.2 kWh (Performance Battery) and 93.4 kWh (Performance Battery Plus). The manufacturer claims an electric range up to 431 km (WLTP) for the Performance Battery and an electric range up to 461 km (WLTP) for the Performance Battery Plus.
Of course, the real-world range will be lower, impacted by a number of factors. For those new to electric driving, it is worth noting that the real-world EV range is influenced by driving profile, weather conditions, road conditions, passenger load, regenerative braking profile and more! In any case the electric range offered by the Taycan electric car is impressive and is sufficient for most day-to-day driving needs and longer distance motorway driving.
The manufacturer also offers a 3-phase 11 kW AC onboard charger as standard. However, as most homes in Ireland are limited to single-phase power supply, taking advantage of the 11 kW charging speed will only be for those with access to 3-phase EV charging at home, workplace or a public charging station.
Using a dedicated three-phase (11 kW) EV charger, like the 22 kW easee EV charger, the Taycan electric car can be fully charged in 4.5 hours for the Performance Battery and in 5 hours for the Performance Battery Plus. Single-phase 7.4 kW charging will take longer. We at e-zoomed recommend charging overnight at home, when the electricity tariff rates are cheaper. The EV offers DC charging up to 220 kW DC.
As one can expect, a Porsche never disappoints when it comes to performance. The rear-wheel drive (RWD) entry-level saloon Taycan can achieve 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds (max power: 530 PS/ torque: 640 Nm). The all-wheel drive (AWD) entry-level Taycan also delivers a similar performance. The top speed is 155 km/h. The all-wheel drive (AWD) entry-level Taycan can achieve 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (max power: 625 PS/ torque: 650 Nm). The top speed is 161 km/h.
The electric vehicle (EV) is without an iota of doubt, stunning in design, style, quality and performance. But it has its limitations in terms of interior space, to include the limited headroom for rear seat passengers and small boot. Having said that, the pure electric Taycan is exhilarating to drive and perfect for consumers that want to own a Porsche, but with stronger environmental credentials!
Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet!
| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Fantastic looking, luxurious and comfortable | Expensive. Cheaper pure electric alternatives available |
| Powerful and fast electric performance | Electric range not as good as other EVs |
| DC charging up to 270 kW | Limited space in the rear and boot |
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The All-Electric Porsche Taycan Saloon (credit:Porsche)
| At A Glance | |
|---|---|
| EV Type: | Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV) |
| Vehicle Type: | Saloon |
| Engine: | Electric |
| Available In Ireland: | Yes |
| Variants (11 Options) |
|---|
| Porsche Taycan (from € 92,732) |
| Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo (from € 103,739) |
| Porsche Taycan 4 Sport Turismo (from € 93,745) |
| Porsche Taycan 4S (from € 106,954) |
| Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo (from € 112,349) |
| Porsche Taycan 4S Sport Turismo (from € 107,967) |
| Porsche Taycan GTS (from € 132,610) |
| Porsche Taycan Turbo (from € 148,752) |
| Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo (from € 150,142) |
| Porsche Taycan Turbo S (from € 177,266) |
| Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (from € 178,641) |
| EV Battery & Emissions | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Type: | Lithium-ion |
| EV Battery Capacity: | Available in two battery sizes: 79.2 kWh (performance battery)/ 93.4 kWh (performance battery plus) |
| Charging: | Up to 270 kW DC rapid charging. On-board charger 11 kW AC |
| Charge Port: | Type 2 |
| EV Cable Type: | Type 2 |
| Tailpipe Emissions: | 0g (CO2/km) |
| Warranty: | 8 years or 160,000 km |
| Average Cost Of Residential Charging | |
|---|---|
| Battery net capacity: 16.7 kWh | € 4.00 |
| Battery net capacity: 30.0 kWh | € 7.19 |
| Battery net capacity: 39.2 kWh | € 9.39 |
| Battery net capacity: 45.0 kWh | € 10.78 |
| Battery net capacity: 50.0 kWh | € 11.98 |
| Battery net capacity: 64.0 kWh | € 15.34 |
| Battery net capacity: 71.0 kWh | € 17.01 |
| Battery net capacity: 77.0 kWh | € 18.45 |
| Battery net capacity: 90.0 kWh | € 21.57 |
| Battery net capacity: 100.0 kWh | € 23.97 |
- Note 1: The average cost of residential electricity in Ireland varies depending on the region, supplier and type of energy used. An average for Ireland is 23.97 cents/kWh.
- Note 2: Not all EV manufactures make available the data on net EV battery capacity, and in a number of instances the EV battery capacity advertised, does not state if it is gross or net capacity. In general, usable EV battery capacity is between 85% to 95% of the gross available capacity.
| Charging Times (Overview) | |
|---|---|
| Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW): | 6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC) |
| Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW): | 3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging AC (43 kW): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Rapid charging DC (50 kW+): | 0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+): | 0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
| Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW): | 0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC) |
- Note 1: SoC: state of charge
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Height (mm): | 1394 |
| Width (mm): | 1966 |
| Length (mm): | 4963 |
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2900 |
| Turning Circle (m): | 11.7 |
| Boot Space (L): | 366 – 407 |
| Taycan 79.2 kWh (Performance Battery) | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 79.2 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 350 – 431 km |
| Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km): | 26.2 – 21.1 |
| Charging: | 270 kW DC Rapid Charging (on-board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 155 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive: | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 320 |
| Max Power (PS): | 530 |
| Torque (Nm): | 640 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Unladen Weight EC (kg): | 2,140 |
| Colours: | 17 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | 5 Star |
| Taycan 93.4 kWh (Performance Battery Plus) | |
|---|---|
| EV Battery Capacity: | 93.4 kWh |
| Pure Electric Range (WLTP): | 379 – 461 km |
| Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100km): | 23.8 – 19.8 |
| Charging: | 270 kW DC Rapid Charging (on-board charger: 11 kW AC) |
| Top Speed: | 161 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: | 4.0 seconds |
| Drive: | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Electric Motor (kW): | 460 |
| Max Power (PS): | 625 |
| Torque (Nm): | 650 |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Unladen Weight EC (kg): | 2,220 |
| Colours: | 17 |
| NCAP Safety Rating: | 5 Star |
Air Quality: An Overview
If there is one common theme that unites many of us, it is the concern over worsening air quality in our villages, towns and cities. This concern is not unique to Ireland, but a narrative that is now firmly centre stage globally. The detrimental health consequences of higher pollution, in particular, on the vulnerable, like children and the elderly is significant, and well documented.
According to the WHO (World Health Organisation), the PM2.5 concentration in Ireland is currently 1.6 times higher than the WHO annual air quality guideline value. WHO has described air pollution as the ‘single biggest environmental health risk’, leading to an increase in the risk of stroke, heart disease, lung cancer and respiratory diseases.
Electric vehicles and in particular, zero-tailpipe emission EVs, also known as battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), help improve local air quality i.e. a pure electric car does not have a tailpipe/ exhaust, hence, zero-tailpipe emissions! Without an iota of doubt, all types of EVs, to include, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are better for improving air quality, compared to conventional petrol and diesel vehicles. We encourage all drivers in Ireland to migrate to lower emission electric driving.
| Type Of Pollutants |
|---|
| Particulate matter (PM or PM 2.5) |
| Ammonia (NH3) |
| Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) |
| Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) |
| Non-methane volatile organic compounds (NMVOCS) |
| Primary Sources Of Pollutants |
|---|
| Road transportation |
| Industrial processes |
| Farming and agricultural processes |
| Waste industry |
| Energy generation |
| Domestic burning |
| Other forms of transportation, such as aviation, shipping and railroads |
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