Rear axle steering (RAS) - gimmick or?

[dragcity]

Far from 'must have' imho. Just remember a complete basic car with zero options will still put a smile on your face and you won't regret any of it.

I don't have RAS and have never been in a situation as of yet where I said I wish the car could turn in a little more, quite the opposite in fact I'm astonished how well this car handles at both high speed and around town (parking etc.)

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[Mike in CA]

The 8 way also comes with 3 memory settings, and doesn't have side pocket cargo nets, or back cargo nets. For anyone reading this.

That's interesting. I don't have 8 way seats so don't know first hand but I could find no description of the 8 way seats in the Porsche literature that included memory. Odd that they would specifically list memory function for the 14 and 18 way but not the 8 way.

 

[submatrix]

That's interesting. I don't have 8 way seats so don't know first hand but I could find no description of the 8 way seats in the Porsche literature that included memory. Odd that they would specifically list memory function for the 14 and 18 way but not the 8 way.

It's confusing, but @Kakatus10 is correct that the driver's seat still has 3 stored seat positions, as I can speak from personal experience. What I think the memory package gives you is stored settings for the passenger seat, which my 8-way seats with no memory package do not have.

And yes, as @Mike in CA mentioned, the seats themselves don't move in any way except for forwards/backwards/up/down and seat tilt. There are no adjustable side bolsters or thigh extensions or lumbar support.

 

[Mike in CA]

It's confusing, but @Kakatus10 is correct that the driver's seat still has 3 stored seat positions, as I can speak from personal experience. What I think the memory package gives you is stored settings for the passenger seat, which my 8-way seats with no memory package do not have.

And yes, as @Mike in CA mentioned, the seats themselves don't move in any way except for forwards/backwards/up/down and seat tilt. There are no adjustable side bolsters or thigh extensions or lumbar support.

Thanks for clarifying.

 

[THAICAN]

I think not taking the 14 way seats is a big mistake!

With this option you add a lot of comfort to your vehicle as lumbar support, more comfy seat bolsters, moving head reasts, comfort entry function, memory package, electric steering column …

Skip the silver trim, the black one is also beautiful and take the 14-way seats if your budget is limited. The storage package is useless in my opinion.

Moving head rests?

I have 14-way seats and my head rests don't move - unless I'm missing something.

 

[Mike in CA]

Moving head rests?

I have 14-way seats and my head rests don't move - unless I'm missing something.

On the 18 way seats there is a black button on the side of the headrest that allows it to be adjusted anywhere from all the way in to about 2 inches out. Do the 14 way seats not have that feature?

 

[tigerbalm]

Do the 14 way seats not have that feature?

My 14-way has the same feature.

 

[DirtRider]

Check the performance package and go for it! This car is a driver's e-car and is not just about 0-60, rather about the fun of driving a true sports car.

 

[Torv]

Im not sure whether I should go for Rear axel steering or not? Is it worth the cost?

I've got it and its admittedly subtle. Seems handy at slow speeds, parking et.al., but I'm frankly not sure if I’d miss if I didn't have it.

 

[kev0927]

Reading through this forum. I had optioned not to get the RAS option. Didn't think it was worth it. I test drove cars with and without. Just didn't think it added that much.
.. until I lived with it.

Due to delays I canceled my custom order and got a Turbo off the lot with all the perf features and I'm really glad I did.

Even though I live in suburbs there have been so many times where I've been really happy to have RAS. It just makes U-turns / general maneuvering more pleasant and less stressful.
I've always had big cars and with RAS my taycan feels like my old Cayman again. I love it. Worth it.

My rational: we're buying a Porsche for enjoyment and driving pleasure. Why hold back for 1% of cost? I'm really glad I got "stuck" with a Turbo it's made me see thing is a different light.

 

[Mike in CA]

My 14-way has the same feature.

That's what I would have thought, so I was surprised when someone said their 14 way seat headrests didn't move. Thanks for confirming.

 

[nycebo]

I've got it and its admittedly subtle. Seems handy at slow speeds, parking et.al., but I'm frankly not sure if I’d miss if I didn't have it.

I think you'd only miss it in the city, in parallel parking and in garages. If you park at home and in outdoor parking lots, can't really see the purpose. As for the highway speed RAS, I haven't noticed it at all.

 

[tomtom901]

Just stumbled on this one:

 

[Torv]

Just stumbled on this one:

Ah, you beat me to it! I just watched this one and its an excellent explanation of the system.

 

[CJE]

Im not sure whether I should go for Rear axel steering or not? Is it worth the cost?

I had a Tesla Model S for years and while I liked the convenience, the futuristic styling and features and the overall advanced tech of an EV, I always felt I was driving a boat. I also had a Porsche 911 Turbo S with every imaginable suspension and performance feature including 4 wheel steer. It's not fair to compare the Tesla to the Porsche, but I now have a Taycan Turbo S replacing the Tesla, and the rear wheel steering make the Taycan--same size as my former Tesla--perform like a true sports car.

Besides giving the car a sense of extended length at high speeds--more stability and a smoother ride--it's a must for maneuvering city parking lots and narrow streets. The Taycan turns like a car that's several feet shorter. I would rate this feature high up on your "must have" list as you equip your new car.

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