Porsche doesn’t do half-measures. When it set out to create a new range-topping Taycan, it wasn’t interested in simply tweaking the formula.
The result is the 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach — a car engineered not just to compete but to redefine electric performance entirely.
This variant is the fastest, most extreme Taycan yet.
It’s not just quick for an EV — it’s fast by any standard, electric or otherwise. With a staggering 0–60 mph time of 1.89 seconds, Porsche has officially challenged Tesla, Lucid, and any traditional supercar maker brave enough to listen.
Here’s the full breakdown.
Record-Setting Acceleration
In testing, the Taycan Turbo GT Weissach clocked a 0–60 mph time of 1.89 seconds—setting a new record for MotorTrend production cars.
That figure speeds it up than
- Tesla Model S Plaid (1.99 seconds)
- Ferrari SF90 Stradale Assetto Fiorano
- Rimac Nevera (in certain modes)
The quarter-mile time was 9.4 seconds at 151 mph.
And unlike some competitors, Porsche’s figures are repeatable — no special launch modes, no rollout tricks.
Engineering Excellence: Beyond Just Power
Getting these numbers required more than just raw horsepower.
Powertrain:
- Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors
- Total output:
- 1,019 horsepower with launch control
- 778 horsepower continuous
Inverter:
- The rear axle features a new 900-amp silicon-carbide pulse inverter for greater efficiency, current flow, and durability.
Battery:
- 105-kWh (usable) lithium-ion battery pack
- Optimized cooling systems prevent overheating during repeated full-throttle use.
The result? Few EVs can match the consistent, repeatable performance under hard driving.
Weissach Package: lighter, faster, and focused
The Weissach Package pushes the Turbo GT to its most hardcore specification:
- Rear Seat Delete: Saves weight
- Fixed Carbon Fibre Rear Wing: Generates up to 485 pounds of downforce
- • Lightweight interior components, including thinner glass and reduced sound insulation.
- Titanium Roll Cage (Europe only)
Overall weight savings: approximately 199 pounds compared to the regular Turbo GT.
The Weissach car feels sharper, lighter, and even more track-capable.
Handling: Speed with Precision
Straight-line speed is impressive, but Porsche’s obsession with handling is what truly sets the Taycan apart.
Chassis and Dynamics:
- Porsche Active Ride Suspension:
New electrohydraulic dampers actively predict and adjust for upcoming road surfaces. - Rear-Wheel Steering:
It tightens the turning radius at low speeds and improves stability at high speeds. - Carbon Ceramic Brakes:
The front brakes feature massive 17.3-inch rotors.
Driving Feel:
- I was planted and confident at a speed of 150+ mph.
- Precise steering, heavier and more communicative than previous Taycans.
- He demonstrated relentless braking power, lap after lap.
The Turbo GT Weissach doesn’t just excel in a straight line — it corners and stops like a true Porsche should.
Range and Charging
While outright speed dominates headlines, Porsche didn’t forget about real-world usability.
- EPA Estimated Range: 276 miles (ca. 444 km)
- 800-volt architecture enables 320-kW peak charging.
- 5–80% recharge in about 19 minutes on a fast charger.
Although Tesla and Lucid offer longer range estimates, few cars can recover energy this quickly or maintain such high performance without thermal limits.
Interior: Focused Luxury
The Weissach Taycan’s cabin is all about purposeful luxury:
- Materials:
- Alcantara and carbon fibre dominate.
- Leather optional
- Seats:
The fixed-back racing buckets (Weissach option) are comfortable and aggressively bolstered. - Infotainment:
The dual-screen layout remains intuitive, offering telemetry displays and lap timers.
Reduced sound insulation increases road and motor noise, serving as a reminder that you’re operating a serious vehicle.
How the Taycan Turbo GT Weissach Measures Up Against Rivals
Two main rivals, the Tesla Model S Plaid and the Lucid Air Sapphire, fiercely compete with the 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach at the forefront of electric performance. Each brings a different philosophy to the high-performance EV market, and the comparison reveals just how specialized Porsche’s latest creation really is.
Acceleration remains a headline figure for all three. The Taycan Turbo GT Weissach matches the Lucid Air Sapphire’s astonishing 1.89-second 0–60 mph sprint, putting it ahead of the Tesla Model S Plaid, which clocks in at 1.99 seconds. While the Tesla and Lucid slightly edge out the Porsche in the quartermile — with times of 9.2 seconds and 8.95 seconds, respectively, versus the Porsche’s 9.4 seconds — the Taycan’s focus on repeatability sets it apart. Porsche’s engineering ensures the Taycan can deliver its maximum performance run after run without overheating or deteriorating — something its rivals struggle to match under track conditions.
Range is one area where Porsche concedes ground. The Taycan Turbo GT Weissach offers an EPA-estimated 276 miles (ca. 444 km), considerably less than the 348 miles (ca. 560 km) of the Model S Plaid and the impressive 427 miles (ca. 687 km) of the Lucid Air Sapphire. However, the Porsche claws back some advantage with its 320-kW peak charging rate, one of the fastest in the industry. A 5–80% charge in under 20 minutes gives it genuine long-distance capability, even if outright range favours the Tesla and Lucid.
Chassis and driving dynamics highlight the deepest differences.
The Taycan Turbo GT Weissach is built with track work in mind. It uses a fully reworked suspension system, rear-wheel steering, and active aerodynamics to deliver the kind of composure and feedback Porsche owners expect. On the other hand, the Lucid Air Sapphire not only manoeuvres gracefully around a track but also prioritizes grand-touring comfort. The Model S Plaid, though brutally quick, lacks the precise chassis tuning needed for serious circuit work — a point where the Taycan decisively leads.
Interior quality also separates the contenders. Porsche’s cabin remains a benchmark, combining minimalist design with exceptional materials and craftsmanship. Tesla’s Model S Plaid, while functional, feels sparse and industrial by comparison. The Lucid Air Sapphire offers a more luxurious experience, but with a focus on plushness rather than the stripped-back, driver-centric atmosphere found in the Taycan Weissach.
In short:
- For maximum straight-line performance and range, the Lucid Air Sapphire stands tall.
- For brutal acceleration at a lower price point, the Tesla Model S Plaid is unmatched.
- • The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach remains the true driver’s choice for those seeking the purest connection between machine and road and the ability to hammer out lap after lap without compromise.
Final Verdict: Porsche at Its Best
The 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach is not just another fast EV.
It’s a Porsche in the truest sense — engineered for driving excellence and capable of world-beating acceleration without sacrificing engagement or refinement.
It’s faster than almost anything on the road — gas, hybrid, or electric — yet refined enough to live with daily.
More importantly, it’s a car built not just to win drag races, but to sustain speed, lap after lap, with the precision and durability Porsche is famous for.
If you want the ultimate expression of electric performance in a sedan, look no further.
