Try Power Steering Plus with F.O.D.

[IBZman]

I’m sure I read that you could try a Function on Demand feature prior to purchasing. I want to try Power Steering Plus but their is only an option to purchase it outright on the Porsche Connect Store.

ideally I would like to try it first to see what difference it makes.

Is there a trial or monthly option?

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[Kakatus10]

All Taycans come standard with Power Steering Plus even the base model with 0 options.

 

[IBZman]

All Taycans come standard with Power Steering Plus even the base model with 0 options.

Unfortunately that’s not the case in the UK. It’s an option.

 

[Kakatus10]

Unfortunately that’s not the case in the UK. It’s an option.

From my understanding you shouldn't be splitting hairs on it too much. If you're getting RAS, then you won't feel much of a difference at all. However if you aren't spec'ing RAS then it will help turning assist in lower speeds.

RAS is considered by many to be the first 'must have' performance feature, outside of the performance battery. Since RAS will be used in both daily and spirited driving styles.

 

[W1NGE]

Unfortunately that’s not the case in the UK. It’s an option.

No trial period.

It's worth having - speed sensitive steering - stiffer at speed and lighter at slow speeds or parking.

Next time around always check that box - cheaper and a must have.

Bundled with RAS and behaves in the same way.

 

[IBZman]

From my understanding you shouldn't be splitting hairs on it too much. If you're getting RAS, then you won't feel much of a difference at all. However if you aren't spec'ing RAS then it will help turning assist in lower speeds.

RAS is considered by many to be the first 'must have' performance feature, outside of the performance battery. Since RAS will be used in both daily and spirited driving styles.

Thanks so much. This is very helpful!

 

[IBZman]

Next time around always check that box - cheaper and a must have.

Bundled with RAS and behaves in the same way.

I know!

This is my first Porsche (well kind of) - when we ordered this I tried to research as many features as possible prior to ticking the boxes. As it stands I finished with almost £30k of options on my RWD! I knew I had to stop ticking ?

I posted recently about which options I now would and wouldn’t choose.

After delays with my delivery, my wife fell in love with 911s (well the truth is it has for a long time been her dream car). We ended up buying one off the peg. It has Rear Wheel Steering and I believe Power Steering Plus.

The 4S my dealership lent me for a few weeks prior to me receiving my RWD last week really made me see which features I should and should not have spec’d. It was fully loaded. The steering at speed did feel somewhat more planted but I had put this down to it being 4WD with the extra motor on the front. Interestingly, I read posts on a thread yesterday where those who have driven both have stated the opposite.

I will just buy it and see.

 

[Eddie]

I tried to add the feature using the connect services. It did not work and is stuck in a permanent state of "activating". Porsche have been investigating why this does not work for the last two months and they "are unable to provide a timeframe on a resolution".

In my experience this is in line with the level of service you get from Porsche UK, so am not surprised. So please don't rely on connect working for you, spec it when you order it.

 

[W1NGE]

I know!

This is my first Porsche (well kind of) - when we ordered this I tried to research as many features as possible prior to ticking the boxes. As it stands I finished with almost £30k of options on my RWD! I knew I had to stop ticking ?

I posted recently about which options I now would and wouldn’t choose.

After delays with my delivery, my wife fell in love with 911s (well the truth is it has for a long time been her dream car). We ended up buying one off the peg. It has Rear Wheel Steering and I believe Power Steering Plus.

The 4S my dealership lent me for a few weeks prior to me receiving my RWD last week really made me see which features I should and should not have spec’d. It was fully loaded. The steering at speed did feel somewhat more planted but I had put this down to it being 4WD with the extra motor on the front. Interestingly, I read posts on a thread yesterday where those who have driven both have stated the opposite.

I will just buy it and see.

'Planting' in this instance will be the firmness of the steering particularly when in Sport mode - more resistance to turning, your 911 most likely has it.

Obviously it should be standard but you know how that goes!

 

[Fish Fingers]

Any updates on this?
I have seen it in the connect store (£299 iirc) and was thinking if getting it.

Is it still a recommended option and did OTA update work for anyone?

 

[W1NGE]

I always add PSP to my Porsches - it's a default tick for me and significantly enhances driving feel and makes parking a doddle.

Not tried FoD and had this option factory fitted.

Give it a whirl, you won't be disappointed.

 

[IBZman]

Any updates on this?
I have seen it in the connect store (£299 iirc) and was thinking if getting it.

Is it still a recommended option and did OTA update work for anyone?

Sorry for the delayed reply - I’ve been of of here for a while!

I bought it but do you know what? I don’t notice any difference! I have wondered if the activation actually worked. I don’t know how to even tell.

 

[Fish Fingers]

I got a Black Friday email from Porsche today for 21% off at the Connect Store and I am still wondering whether to go for this or not?

Any experience - particularly RWD as I tend to find the standard steering excellent.
But I am just wondering if this will improve it much??

 

[W1NGE]

I got a Black Friday email from Porsche today for 21% off at the Connect Store and I am still wondering whether to go for this or not?

Any experience - particularly RWD as I tend to find the standard steering excellent.
But I am just wondering if this will improve it much??

Go for it!

Can't you still try before you buy or is it purchase only?

You will not be disappointed (plus I'm keen to see if anything FOD works ).

Lighter at low speeds (parking), more resistance at speed, tightens when your press 'SPORT'

So make haste and push the button!

 

[Fish Fingers]

Go for it!

Can't you still try before you buy or is it purchase only?

You will not be disappointed (plus I'm keen to see if anything FOD works ).

Lighter at low speeds (parking), more resistance at speed, tightens when your press 'SPORT'

So make haste and push the button!

This is the current deal. Can no longer see free trial option.

It was £299 before - so I am assuming that's the price before discount?

Main reason I am still on the fence is I don't really want the steering any lighter at low speeds. Heavier at higher speeds - possibly.

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