Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K) RWD
What the Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K) adds over the Taycan (+$5,780)
| Spec | Taycan | Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K) |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4566 lbs | 4742 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4566 lbs | 4742 lbs |
| Horsepower | 402 hp | 469 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft | 263 lb-ft |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $79,900 | $85,680 |
| Payload capacity | 1596 lbs | 1420 lbs |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 723 volts / 129 Ah / 93.4 kWh battery pack (Performance Battery Plus J9K)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 360 mm |
| Front brake type | Steel, internally vented |
| Rear brake diameter | 358 mm |
| Rear brake type | Steel, internally vented |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.3 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 54.9 in |
| Overall length | 195.4 in |
| Overall width | 77.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in |
Engine Basics
| Engine type (full description) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PSM) |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 469 hp |
| Torque | 263 lb-ft |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $85,680 |
Steering
| Steering type | Electromechanical |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Aluminum double-wishbone, PASM |
| Rear suspension type | Aluminum multi-link axle with subframe, PASM |
Tires
| Tire size | (F) 225/55R19 (R) 275/45R19 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | Two-speed dog-ring rear |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4742 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4742 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6162 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1420 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitExterior3 std · 0 opt
- 19" Taycan Aero Wheels - (F) 8.0 X 19 ET 50 / (R) 10.0 X 19 ET 47
- Caliper color Black
- Tires front/rear (F) 225/55R19 / (R) 275/45R19 Summer tires
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- 723 volts / 129 Ah / 93.4 kWh battery pack (Performance Battery Plus J9K)
- Lithium Ion Pouch configuration battery
- Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PSM)
- Rear Motor, Rear Wheel Drive
- Two-speed dog-ring rear transmission
Chassis10 std · 0 opt
- Aluminum double-wishbone, PASM front suspension
- Aluminum multi-link axle with subframe, PASM rear suspension
- Electromechanical steering system
- Fixed Aluminum Monoblock caliper type
- Number of pistons front/rear 6/4
- Rotor diameter front/rear mm 360/358
- Rotor thickness front/rear mm 36/28
- Steel, internally vented rotor construction
- Turning circle 38.4 ft (36.7 ft with rear-axle steering)
- Variable steering ratio
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area volume front 2.9 cubic feet
- Cargo area volume rear 14.3 cubic feet (Taycan sedan)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2021 Taycan. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K)
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2021 Porsche Taycan Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K)?
The manufacturer lists $85,680 for the 2021 Porsche Taycan Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K). That is $5,780 above the Taycan, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2021 Porsche Taycan Taycan with Performance Battery Plus (J9K) add over the Taycan?
Against the Taycan, 1 feature becomes standard that the Taycan does not and 6 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.