Do you think it’s hard to get in and out of your Taycan?

[MWarsaw]

Have you noticed that the B pillar is further forward than in most other cars? When your sitting in the car, the B pillar is almost in front of your hip. Because of that, it’s harder to drop into the car or get out of it. It’s not terrible, but it is more difficult.
Just curious if anyone else noticed this? Why do you think it’s more forward than other cars?

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[atebit]

Yes. But still easier than alighting from my Boxster when the top is up, so there’s that.

 

[JimBob]

I actually like the B pillar where it is. To get out, rather than grabbing the sill, I just brace my elbow against the pillar and stand up. For persons north of 70, low slung cars require two things which are in declining supply, flexibility and leg strength.

 

[KensingtonPark]

Totally agree with @JimBob. I used the B pillar for leverage to get out when I pulled a hamstring. My guess, however, is that @MWarsaw is a lot taller than us. The basic reason, I believe, for the forward positioning of the B pillar is the very sloping design of the rear roof. Open the rear door, and try to get in not using two inches of the roof, and imagine the rear door was two inches shorter. Doesn’t really work unless ur shorter than 4 ft tall.

 

[Kingske]

I actually use the B pillar as support of my back and shoulder to slide in and out of the driver's seat. Quite comfortable actually, although it may depend on one's size (length and width ).

 

[atebit]

Cool, I will try some of these maneuvers then.

Maybe we should make “The Taycan Workout” exercise video?

 

[Icyfraser]

Have you noticed that the B pillar is further forward than in most other cars? When your sitting in the car, the B pillar is almost in front of your hip. Because of that, it’s harder to drop into the car or get out of it. It’s not terrible, but it is more difficult.
Just curious if anyone else noticed this? Why do you think it’s more forward than other cars?

I get in backwards! Easy that way and no strain! I came from a jaguar F Type and that was even more tricky!

 

[kort]

I had more issues hitting the B pillar in my model 3, to the point where I popped the plastic cover off and tesla had to come and install new clips. I push myself out of the car, there is a grab handle that you can use.

 

[Skier]

I get in backwards! Easy that way and no strain! I came from a jaguar F Type and that was even more tricky!

I also back in (75+) easily and have no issues getting out.

 

[RoseyPSU]

On a slightly related note, I’ve always had the theory that you can judge someone’s age by the volume and length of the grunts they make when trying to get in and out of sports cars.

 

[Skier]

On a slightly related note, I’ve always had the theory that you can judge someone’s age by the volume and length of the grunts they make when trying to get in and out of sports cars.

oops, grunt, grunt....

 

[Jhenson29]

I never noticed any issues, but all I have to compare is the test drive and checking the car at delivery.

I’ll also say I used to have an Elise I didn’t think was a problem getting in or out of, so my ingress/egress difficultly bar is pretty high.

 

[MWarsaw]

Very strange situation for me. I test drove the 4S back in March and found no issue getting in or out. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised. When I took delivery of my RWD on Thursday, it was a completely different experience. I found it almost as difficult to enter and exit as my GT3 (with race seats). I also use the B pillar for leverage. I will have to figure it out, but can't believe I didn't notice it during the test drive.

I think the comfort access actually makes it harder to get out and maybe to get in. It automatically moves the seat back and even more in front of the b pillar making you have to twist more to get out. Also, the steering wheel location can make a difference in how easy or hard it is.
by the way, I’m 6’1” .That also plays a role I guess. I like the tip of using your elbow as leverage. I’ll try it!

 

[Kingske]

Very strange situation for me. I test drove the 4S back in March and found no issue getting in or out. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised. When I took delivery of my RWD on Thursday, it was a completely different experience. I found it almost as difficult to enter and exit as my GT3 (with race seats). I also use the B pillar for leverage. I will have to figure it out, but can't believe I didn't notice it during the test drive.

Different seats?

 

[DerekS]

I have a left hip issue and ingress/egress is a big concern for me on this car. I spent a fair amount of time just getting in and out repeatedly until I felt confident I could live with it. Hoping I can (coming from 2 door life in a Targa)

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