I was wondering, if I am the only one, struggling a bit with the seat. I just ordered a cushion. Next month going on a long trip, need to have the seat working...I have the 18-way and no ventilation.
I have a bit of a problem on the lower back settings...
It comes down to a few mm to get it ok.
Other than that it's fine.
I had a Macan S and a Panamera 4S as a loaner and those were much better so I think you are right about the cushioning.
You might be on to something...I had 18-way seats in a 2018 718gts that I traded in for a 4s that I will pick up on Tuesday. I made two long trips in 2019: Boston and a summer tour of the midwest. In both cases, I struggled to get the angles just right to keep my lower back from fussing...and I work out regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I am hoping the 18-way seats in the new car end up being more comfortable...maybe a thin soft pad might do the trick?
It really depends on the individual. I have the 14 way seats with the massage option. I completed two 900+ mile trips without feeling any stiffness from the seats. I have had the 18 way seats in my other Porsches. They are great too. I really wanted the massage option this time.Oh no!! So uncomfortable? LOL
mostly I lurk....
@louv can probably give a pretty informed opinion on long distance comfort if he's still posting on here.
Andrew; Respectfully - If you wanna keep posting here - Try keeping your posts somewhat informative, knowledgeable, funny, witty or otherwise classy. I've failed to see you make any - whatsoever - contribution to this forum. We get it - you like the S63 - which is a fantastic car by all means. But here the visitors are interested in the Taycan. This was written in a friendly tone - I hope it is taken as such.You may need to check out s class seats. Oh but taycan is much better in all aspects I forgot
It makes me laugh that you're attempting to troll me both for being a Taycan fanboy and for giving unbiased critique of the Taycan. Am I a fanboy or a hater? Make up your mind.You may need to check out s class seats. Oh but taycan is much better in all aspects I forgot
so on the 14 way “comfort“ seats suggest to anyone reading this to avoid them at all costs. To anwer an earlier thread mine are un-ventilated but heated. Actually when the heater is on they feel even less comfortable. As has been said they lack cushioning on the bottom part esp. towards the part closest to the seatback. By contrast my Macan seats which i tried yesterday are v comfotableJust to circle back.. I'm almost to 10k miles and the 14 way seats are the same. They just lack cushioning and are quite firm. I have adjusted to them so don't notice at much but I'd put them like a 4/10 on the comfort scale. If I had back issues these road trips would be a real problem.
The 18 ways in my Macan I'd put a 9/10, the 14 ways in my Panamera a 6.5/10, the 991.2 and 992 18-ways a 7.5/10 (although I have only spent a few hundred miles in those).
My iPace had similar seats although even worse, to the point I would have had to sell the car if it hadn't been lemoned. These ultra thin, "stylish" seats seem to be a trend and buck comfort for looking cool.
And yes, mine have ventilation due to the Premium Package. If I were to re-order I'd get Olea leather, no ventilation, 18 ways without a second thought.