Redshift ECU Upgrade on my 2024 Taycan GTS -- Dragy Performance Results

[sonicsomewhere]

Howdy,

I had a good look at the threads on here about the @redshift-performance Drive Controller Upgrade and talked myself into it

Mario was a pleasure to deal with, responsive, knowledgeable and helpful. Also thanks to the many Taycan Forum members who weighed in on the different threads discussing this, it really helped me make up my mind.

I purchased the second ECU to keep the stock one in case it ever needs to go back in. I was able to provide Mario with a dump of some parameters via car scanner and so didn't have to ship the original over to the US.

I have a 2024 GTS Sport Turismo and it being a GTS possibly has the most to gain from the update, having the same front and rear motors as the Turbo and Turbo S, albeit a smaller front inverter than the Turbo S.

It was a really straightforward swap, though it took me maybe 2 hours to do as i was very careful with the trim pieces, terrified I'd break some flimsy plastic thing.

The extra power is incredible but for me the unfiltered throttle response was the most impressive part. There is nothing interpreting what i might or might not want anymore, it feels fantastic, linear, instant. While the car has always been great for overtaking the feeling of acceleration in the 60-120km/h range is now on another level.

So i have some dragy stats. Bear in mind the closest, straightest, widest, safest bit of road has a 3% slope so dragy shows as invalid but the before and after were done at the same place in the same conditions. My tyres are almost at the wear marks, maybe 1k or 2k more left in them. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3s. On 21s. The road surface isn't the cleanest and the road temperatures wouldn't have been the best and the dog ate my homework, Putin invaded Ukraine, i stubbed my toe on the leg of the bed etc etc.

SOC greater than 90%
0-100kmh from 3.62 to 3.06 (with better tyres and a warmer, cleaner surface i think it would be closer to 2.8, it was struggling for grip, unlike before)
0-200kmh from 11.39 to 9.34
1/4 mile from 11.37 to 10.63 (it should be a small bit better but I lifted off a fraction early due to traffic ahead as you can see in the dip at the end of the curve)

Before

After

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[Longy_UK]

Interesting.

I have a GTS and im interested in this. But I worry too much about warranty etc.

Surely if something drivetrain related fails and Porsche can prove the swap (they must know this is being done) you'll be liable for a bonkers repair bill?

That being said.... I do like the idea of a sub three second 0-60...

 

[Jasper4S]

Interesting.

I have a GTS and im interested in this. But I worry too much about warranty etc.

Surely if something drivetrain related fails and Porsche can prove the swap (they must know this is being done) you'll be liable for a bonkers repair bill?

That being said.... I do like the idea of a sub three second 0-60...

I’m 101% sure if Porsche wants they can prove it. Car is loaded with sensors and we had numerous recalls which included software changes. Porsche is one of the many readers of this forum, so they know about it and acted on it to mitigate (financial) risks for themselves. And posting the swap on this website is not helping either.

ontopic; impressive upgrade when I look at the numbers!

 

[redshift-performance]

Thank you @sonicsomewhere for the very detailed write up! We are glad you are enjoying the newly unlocked performance and the numbers speak for themselves! With a set of new tires these might even improve a bit more. Keep us posted!

For folks that are concerned about warranty we can let you know that we have ZERO reports from our customers about any issues related to warranty from the manufacturer. This includes early customers that don't have secondary ECUs.
For people that are not familiar with our products: We provide our customers with a secondary ECU which is plug and play in your vehicle. Your original ECU stays untouched, just the way it is in your car right now.
Check out our different offerings on our website https://www.redshift-performance.com/taycan or send us an email with your questions to: [email protected]

 

[WasserGKuehlt]

[...] But I worry too much about warranty etc.

Surely if something drivetrain related fails and Porsche can prove the swap (they must know this is being done) you'll be liable for a bonkers repair bill?

On the bright side, should that come to pass you can easily pick up a slightly used GTS for a third of the repair cost. So you're still saving money - even more so if you part out the old one. Glad to help.

 

[Paint_To_Sample]

Thanks for sharing. Very similar (as would be expected) to my GTS with Reshift tune.

 

[Longy_UK]

On the bright side, should that come to pass you can easily pick up a slightly used GTS for a third of the repair cost. So you're still saving money - even more so if you part out the old one. Glad to help.

But what if you already bought your 300mile GTS after the boom for £40k under list?

 

[WasserGKuehlt]

But what if you already bought your 300mile GTS after the boom for £40k under list?

Well, in that case 1) congrats! really, and 2) you have no reason not to do the upgrade.

 

[freeforall]

I was able to provide Mario with a dump of some parameters via car scanner and so didn't have to ship the original over to the US.

Wow this is good. I didn’t know this was possible. That helps a lot knowing that you won’t leave your car without an ECU especially if it is your daily drive.
The last unanswered question, is the upgrade worth it for a RWD model? Hopefully someone will post their dragy results at some point

 

[Dee]

Wow this is good. I didn’t know this was possible. That helps a lot knowing that you won’t leave your car without an ECU especially if it is your daily drive.
The last unanswered question, is the upgrade worth it for a RWD model? Hopefully someone will post their dragy results at some point

Imho it's always worth it cuz you have no restrictions anymore, both power and Vmax.
I have a Turbo S and it's so incredibly nice to have the power available all the time!

 

[Emokeff88]

The last unanswered question, is the upgrade worth it for a RWD model? Hopefully someone will post their dragy results at some point

I've been waiting to hear anything about the RWD numbers. I've seen many ask this question with no answers except that they are getting the tune done. All I've wanted is a Taycan "S". If I wasn't out of the country I'd get it done with all questions answered.

 

[BigBob]

What was the cost impact on your insurance?

 

[WasserGKuehlt]

I've been waiting to hear anything about the RWD numbers. I've seen many ask this question with no answers except that they are getting the tune done. All I've wanted is a Taycan "S". If I wasn't out of the country I'd get it done with all questions answered.

Those who have done the upgrade are understandably reluctant to state that on a public forum. Perhaps Redshift can be persuaded to capture (as in 'ask nicely') the improvements from their clients, and publish the data anonymously.

 

[EXOTIC3]

Too bad the tune doesn’t improve the turbo much…… it’s not like an tune on an ice car

 

[SergeyIndy]

Too bad the tune doesn’t improve the turbo much…… it’s not like an tune on an ice car

I would like to see some evidence from the Turbo owners to see what their experience is with the tune. On paper, there is not much to be had since Turbo is rated at 460kW (616hp) and maxes out at 500kW (670hp) with LC. However, if the tune changes the torque curve to have more power available sooner and for longer than the benefit would be clear along with the removal of the pedal filter for more direct power engagement. In the case of Turbo S, the power increase is much more substantial in a form of net 100kW: 460kW to 560kW.

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