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Porsche · Sedan · 2019–2025

Porsche Taycan Y1A Limousine

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 11 engine variants
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952–1034 PS

Elektro AWD Turbo S Facelift Elektro

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Engine Overview

The Porsche Taycan Y1A Limousine is available with 15 engine variants — from 408 to 1034 hp.

Taycan · Elektro· 408 PS
2021 2024
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Taycan (FL) · Elektro· 408 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan 4S · Elektro· 530 PS
2020 2024
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Taycan 4S (FL) · Elektro· 544 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan 4S Performance Plus · Elektro· 571 PS
2020 2024
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Taycan 4S Performance Plus (FL) · Elektro· 598 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan GTS · Elektro· 598 PS
2022 2024
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Taycan GTS (FL) · Elektro· 700 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan Performance Plus · Elektro· 476 PS
2021 2024
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Taycan Performance Plus (FL) · Elektro· 435 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan Turbo · Elektro· 680 PS
2020 2024
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Taycan Turbo (FL) · Elektro· 884 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan Turbo GT (FL) · Elektro· 1034 PS
2024 2025
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Taycan Turbo S · Elektro· 762 PS
2020 2024
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Taycan Turbo S (FL) · Elektro· 952 PS
2024 2025
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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Recall: Drive Cuts Out Spontaneously

In approx. 43,000 Taycans (2020–2021) the drive can cut out spontaneously during driving and traction is lost. Porsche resolved this via a software update.

Low
Recall APB5: High-Voltage Battery Fire Risk

Inadequate sealing in HV battery modules allows moisture ingress and creates arcing with fire risk. Charging limited to max. 80% until repaired.

Low
!12V Lithium Battery Drains During Long Standstill

The 12V lithium battery fully discharges after standing for more than 10–14 days, especially in winter. Car becomes unresponsive; doors remain electrically locked.

Symptoms: Vehicle unresponsive; app wakes car from sleep mode; doors only openable via emergency release.
from 15,000 km
Medium

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Porsche Taycan Y1A Limousine have? +
The Porsche Taycan Y1A as Limousine has 93 known weaknesses, 10 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: Taycan-RWD-79 (Elektro RWD 79 kWh), Taycan-RWD-93 (Elektro RWD 93 kWh), Taycan-AWD-4S (Elektro AWD 4S), Taycan-AWD-GTS (Elektro AWD GTS 93 kWh), Taycan-AWD-Turbo (Elektro AWD Turbo 93 kWh), Taycan-AWD-TurboS (Elektro AWD Turbo S 93 kWh), Taycan-FL-RWD (Elektro RWD Facelift), Taycan-FL-AWD-4S (Elektro AWD 4S Facelift), Taycan-FL-AWD-GTS (Elektro AWD GTS Facelift), Taycan-FL-AWD-Turbo (Elektro AWD Turbo Facelift), Taycan-FL-AWD-TurboS (Elektro AWD Turbo S Facelift). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the Porsche Taycan Y1A Limousine worth buying used? +
The Porsche Taycan Y1A Limousine requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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