amelen
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- Alex
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- 2021 Taycan Turbo
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Did an at-home test drive just now.
Pro's:
- The car is fairly fast - feels like a 4s 0-60, maybe even faster. My Audi S6 was 3.9s 0-60, and the Panamera 4S was tested at 3.7s. This felt on-par, mostly because of the instant torque of EV's.
- The car felt fairly sporty - not as sporty as an M3, or even Model 3P, but more than I expected. It handled well on turns, etc.. (mostly because EV's have a low center of gravity).
- The google-based car management system is very easy to use.
Con's
- The interior was simple and basic. I'd compare it to a well refined economy car (think Honda Civic). It's better than a Tesla, but is VERY basic (then again so is a Tesla Model 3 - not even having a garage opener). Those used to luxury cars will be disappointed. The car didn't have the upgraded interior (but had all other upgrades), so I can't comment on the fully upgraded interior option.
- The color options are terrible - all blacks/greys.
- Pricing wise, the one I test drive was $70k (before federal rebates but also without the $4k upgraded interior). Seemed a bit pricey, especially compared to a Tesla or Mach-E.
Overall, it wasn't a bad driving experience. It doesn't have the road presence or luxury of a Porsche, but would make a very decent daily driver - especially for those not looking for luxury or bold colors. Pricing wise, near $70k (before federal rebate), it seemed a tad bit pricey. I'm also worried about future resale (especially since very few know the brand and are specifically looking to buy a used Polestar).
For reference, they are doing $2k off MSRP on 2021 models and 0% financing. Combined with a $7,500 federal discount, it's not a terrible option, but not worth trading my Taycan for it (even with the $70-80k price difference). If I absolutely NEEDED to sell the Taycan, I'd consider it through. It's more unique than a Tesla or Mach-E and yet fast and sporty enough as a daily driver.
Pro's:
- The car is fairly fast - feels like a 4s 0-60, maybe even faster. My Audi S6 was 3.9s 0-60, and the Panamera 4S was tested at 3.7s. This felt on-par, mostly because of the instant torque of EV's.
- The car felt fairly sporty - not as sporty as an M3, or even Model 3P, but more than I expected. It handled well on turns, etc.. (mostly because EV's have a low center of gravity).
- The google-based car management system is very easy to use.
Con's
- The interior was simple and basic. I'd compare it to a well refined economy car (think Honda Civic). It's better than a Tesla, but is VERY basic (then again so is a Tesla Model 3 - not even having a garage opener). Those used to luxury cars will be disappointed. The car didn't have the upgraded interior (but had all other upgrades), so I can't comment on the fully upgraded interior option.
- The color options are terrible - all blacks/greys.
- Pricing wise, the one I test drive was $70k (before federal rebates but also without the $4k upgraded interior). Seemed a bit pricey, especially compared to a Tesla or Mach-E.
Overall, it wasn't a bad driving experience. It doesn't have the road presence or luxury of a Porsche, but would make a very decent daily driver - especially for those not looking for luxury or bold colors. Pricing wise, near $70k (before federal rebate), it seemed a tad bit pricey. I'm also worried about future resale (especially since very few know the brand and are specifically looking to buy a used Polestar).
For reference, they are doing $2k off MSRP on 2021 models and 0% financing. Combined with a $7,500 federal discount, it's not a terrible option, but not worth trading my Taycan for it (even with the $70-80k price difference). If I absolutely NEEDED to sell the Taycan, I'd consider it through. It's more unique than a Tesla or Mach-E and yet fast and sporty enough as a daily driver.
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