Porsche's skunkworks team, led by chief engineer Kevin Giek, developed the Taycan Turbo GT as the ultimate electric vehicle with unprecedented freedom and a focus on performance. With 1,092 horsepower, unique aero treatments, and extreme measures like rear-seat deletion, the Turbo GT set a Nürburgring lap record for electric sedans at 7:07.55, just two seconds behind the fastest EV. Despite its speed, the Turbo GT remains approachable and fun, offering a well-rounded driving experience.
The 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, with 1,019 horsepower and 0-60 mph in 2.1 seconds, is a track-focused electric sedan developed by a small team within Porsche, resulting in the quickest four-door car in the world. Despite its immense power and weight, the Turbo GT is shockingly approachable and offers immense grip and stability, making it feel engaging and at home on the track. However, with a base price of $231,995, it's a niche offering with limited appeal, but for those seeking the best version of a high-performance electric sedan, the Turbo GT delivers an exhilarating driving experience.
Porsche has introduced the new Taycan Turbo GT with a starting price of $231,995 in the U.S., offering the option of a Weissach package. The car comes with various customization options, including color wraps and decal choices, as well as Paint to Sample programs. It features a powerful dual-motor setup, reaching 1,092 hp for short bursts and achieving a 0-60 mph time of 2.1 seconds with the Weissach package, topping out at 190 mph.
Porsche's new Taycan Turbo GT, with over 1,000 hp and a 0 to 60 mph time of 2.1 seconds, has set a new record as the fastest road-legal Porsche, surpassing the Tesla Model S Plaid. The high-performance electric vehicle features a bigger battery, improved efficiency, and a push-to-pass function, and comes with a Weissach Package for enhanced track performance. With the new model, Porsche has reclaimed the title of the fastest electric production car, setting new records at the Nurburgring and Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca.
Porsche's Taycan Turbo GT set a new lap record at Laguna Seca, completing a full lap in one minute, 27.87 seconds, besting the previous record set by a Tesla Model S Plaid. The new model, capable of reaching 60mph in 2.1 seconds and boasting a top speed of 190mph, attributes its success to the Weissach package, which eliminates 157 pounds of extra weight. The Turbo GT also posted a lap time of 7:07.55 minutes at the Nürburgring, outperforming the Model S Plaid. Both versions of the Taycan Turbo GT offer a range of around 340 miles and a continuous 777 horsepower, with a starting price of $231,995.
Porsche's upcoming Taycan Turbo GT and Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package have set record lap times at Laguna Seca and the Nürburgring, with the latter earning the title of fastest electric series-production car at Laguna Seca and setting a new class record on the Nürburgring. These all-electric GT sports cars boast over 1,100 PS of power, improved longitudinal dynamics, and an Attack Mode for additional power. Equipped with a more powerful pulse inverter and various lightweight construction and aerodynamics measures, these models raise the bar in driving dynamics, delivering exceptional acceleration, braking, and cornering grip. The Taycan Turbo GT and Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package are set to be delivered to customers from spring.
