Porsche is making sure (again) that early buyers of the Taycan are not getting left behind
20 Jul 2022|1,198 views
It used to be that the early adopters of any newly-unveiled car would have to make their purchases with the knowledge that a facelifted version would debut a couple of years down the line, offering slight improvements to enhance the driving experience.
But the times have changed. Cars are now intrinsically smart devices, and electric cars, in particular, rely on software and conditioning for their batteries and drivetrains.
Earlier model years of the Taycan will be brought up to speed with what the 2023 model year offers With routine updates, that means the playing field can be levelled for drivers regardless of their timing of entry into ownership - and Porsche is demonstrating exactly this with its award-winning Taycan sports car (no longer just a saloon, mind you).
Announced as part of the latest round of updates in line with the 2023 model year (it's been playfully designated as 'uPdates', since the internal designation code for the car now starts with 'p'), any customer that has taken delivery of a Taycan since its premiere is now being offered a free software upgrade that promises a number of exciting benefits.
Given that the Taycan is all-electric, the most significant enhancement naturally involves tweaks to the car's powertrain for better efficiency.
Electric decoupling in dual-motor, AWD variants will enable range gains In 'Normal' and 'Range' modes, what Porsche is calling 'electric decoupling' will see the Taycan's front electric motor disconnected and de-energised in partial load operation. At standstill, or when coasting, both of the car's axles will also be free of drive torque.
The electric freewheel also helps to reduce frictional drag losses. Speaking to the media, Kevin Giek, Vice President Product Line Taycan at Porsche, notes that in such instances "your energy consumption is much lower".
In actual figures, day-to-day driving range is expected to be boosted by up to 50km as a result. Nonetheless, you may also have noticed that drivers of the entry-level, single-motor Taycan will have to sit this efficiency upgrade out, since it applies only to dual-motor, all-wheel drive variants - like the Taycan 4S, or Taycan Cross Turismo 4.
The latest version of Porsche's PCM 6.0 will also be extended to Taycan customers with the update The 2023 model year's enhanced thermal management will also be extended to earlier model years with this software upgrade. Thanks to better battery conditioning, the Taycan can now be more rapidly charged - more frequently, and over a wider range of state-of-charge (SoC) levels. Once more, drivers can expect better range, on top of shorter charging times.
The enhanced thermal management synergises well with the upgrades to Porsche's infotainment system too. In the latest version of the PCM 6.0 (Porsche Communication Management), the car's navigation system will not only allow for the charging stations to be filtered based on charging capacity, but also communicate with the battery to pre-heat or cool it to the optimal temperature for fast charging, according to Giek.
Giek believes early Taycan drivers will be pleasantly surprised by how much the car has developed on the vehicle side since it was first introduced Elsewhere, updates to the PCM also bring in coloured tiles on the start screen, wireless Android Auto and the integration of the Spotify app (the latter two have been specifically requested by customers, Giek says). The navigation map on the head-up display of 2021 model year Taycans will also be expanded.
Additional functions-on-demand (FoD) will also be unlocked alongside enhancements to a few driver’s assistance systems.
This is not the first time Porsche has rolled out free software updates for Taycan drivers. The latest round will likewise be offered across all body variants of the Taycan, although the scope of upgrades will vary depending on the specific model year of a customer's car. According to Giek, "anyone driving a Taycan from early in the car's production run will be pleasantly surprised by how much has developed on the vehicle side since then."
It's worth noting that this update will still necessitate a physical visit to a Porsche service workshop. Nonetheless, Porsche says that the car's over-the-air update capability will be enhanced in the process, paving the way for more convenience in the future.
Taycan owners in Singapore can look forward to the update happening here at some point. For model variants on sale locally, the following table shows how range will be improved.
*Figures reflect the minimum to maximum range, as rated by the WLTP cycle.
But the times have changed. Cars are now intrinsically smart devices, and electric cars, in particular, rely on software and conditioning for their batteries and drivetrains.
Announced as part of the latest round of updates in line with the 2023 model year (it's been playfully designated as 'uPdates', since the internal designation code for the car now starts with 'p'), any customer that has taken delivery of a Taycan since its premiere is now being offered a free software upgrade that promises a number of exciting benefits.
Given that the Taycan is all-electric, the most significant enhancement naturally involves tweaks to the car's powertrain for better efficiency.
The electric freewheel also helps to reduce frictional drag losses. Speaking to the media, Kevin Giek, Vice President Product Line Taycan at Porsche, notes that in such instances "your energy consumption is much lower".
In actual figures, day-to-day driving range is expected to be boosted by up to 50km as a result. Nonetheless, you may also have noticed that drivers of the entry-level, single-motor Taycan will have to sit this efficiency upgrade out, since it applies only to dual-motor, all-wheel drive variants - like the Taycan 4S, or Taycan Cross Turismo 4.
The enhanced thermal management synergises well with the upgrades to Porsche's infotainment system too. In the latest version of the PCM 6.0 (Porsche Communication Management), the car's navigation system will not only allow for the charging stations to be filtered based on charging capacity, but also communicate with the battery to pre-heat or cool it to the optimal temperature for fast charging, according to Giek.
Additional functions-on-demand (FoD) will also be unlocked alongside enhancements to a few driver’s assistance systems.
This is not the first time Porsche has rolled out free software updates for Taycan drivers. The latest round will likewise be offered across all body variants of the Taycan, although the scope of upgrades will vary depending on the specific model year of a customer's car. According to Giek, "anyone driving a Taycan from early in the car's production run will be pleasantly surprised by how much has developed on the vehicle side since then."
It's worth noting that this update will still necessitate a physical visit to a Porsche service workshop. Nonetheless, Porsche says that the car's over-the-air update capability will be enhanced in the process, paving the way for more convenience in the future.
Taycan owners in Singapore can look forward to the update happening here at some point. For model variants on sale locally, the following table shows how range will be improved.
| Taycan Variant | MY 2019 or 2020 | 2023 MY P Update |
| Turbo (Sedan) | 383-452km | 370-512km |
| Turbo S (Sedan) | 390-416km | 370-512km |
| 4S w/ Performance Battery (Sedan) | 335-408km | 370-512km |
| 4S w/ Performance Battery Plus (Sedan) | 389-464km | 370-512km |
| Cross Turismo Turbo | 395-452km | 389-490km |
| Cross Turismo 4S | 388-452km | 389-490km |
| Cross Turismo 4 | 389-456km | 389-490km |
*Figures reflect the minimum to maximum range, as rated by the WLTP cycle.
It used to be that the early adopters of any newly-unveiled car would have to make their purchases with the knowledge that a facelifted version would debut a couple of years down the line, offering slight improvements to enhance the driving experience.
But the times have changed. Cars are now intrinsically smart devices, and electric cars, in particular, rely on software and conditioning for their batteries and drivetrains.
Earlier model years of the Taycan will be brought up to speed with what the 2023 model year offers With routine updates, that means the playing field can be levelled for drivers regardless of their timing of entry into ownership - and Porsche is demonstrating exactly this with its award-winning Taycan sports car (no longer just a saloon, mind you).
Announced as part of the latest round of updates in line with the 2023 model year (it's been playfully designated as 'uPdates', since the internal designation code for the car now starts with 'p'), any customer that has taken delivery of a Taycan since its premiere is now being offered a free software upgrade that promises a number of exciting benefits.
Given that the Taycan is all-electric, the most significant enhancement naturally involves tweaks to the car's powertrain for better efficiency.
Electric decoupling in dual-motor, AWD variants will enable range gains In 'Normal' and 'Range' modes, what Porsche is calling 'electric decoupling' will see the Taycan's front electric motor disconnected and de-energised in partial load operation. At standstill, or when coasting, both of the car's axles will also be free of drive torque.
The electric freewheel also helps to reduce frictional drag losses. Speaking to the media, Kevin Giek, Vice President Product Line Taycan at Porsche, notes that in such instances "your energy consumption is much lower".
In actual figures, day-to-day driving range is expected to be boosted by up to 50km as a result. Nonetheless, you may also have noticed that drivers of the entry-level, single-motor Taycan will have to sit this efficiency upgrade out, since it applies only to dual-motor, all-wheel drive variants - like the Taycan 4S, or Taycan Cross Turismo 4.
The latest version of Porsche's PCM 6.0 will also be extended to Taycan customers with the update The 2023 model year's enhanced thermal management will also be extended to earlier model years with this software upgrade. Thanks to better battery conditioning, the Taycan can now be more rapidly charged - more frequently, and over a wider range of state-of-charge (SoC) levels. Once more, drivers can expect better range, on top of shorter charging times.
The enhanced thermal management synergises well with the upgrades to Porsche's infotainment system too. In the latest version of the PCM 6.0 (Porsche Communication Management), the car's navigation system will not only allow for the charging stations to be filtered based on charging capacity, but also communicate with the battery to pre-heat or cool it to the optimal temperature for fast charging, according to Giek.
Giek believes early Taycan drivers will be pleasantly surprised by how much the car has developed on the vehicle side since it was first introduced Elsewhere, updates to the PCM also bring in coloured tiles on the start screen, wireless Android Auto and the integration of the Spotify app (the latter two have been specifically requested by customers, Giek says). The navigation map on the head-up display of 2021 model year Taycans will also be expanded.
Additional functions-on-demand (FoD) will also be unlocked alongside enhancements to a few driver’s assistance systems.
This is not the first time Porsche has rolled out free software updates for Taycan drivers. The latest round will likewise be offered across all body variants of the Taycan, although the scope of upgrades will vary depending on the specific model year of a customer's car. According to Giek, "anyone driving a Taycan from early in the car's production run will be pleasantly surprised by how much has developed on the vehicle side since then."
It's worth noting that this update will still necessitate a physical visit to a Porsche service workshop. Nonetheless, Porsche says that the car's over-the-air update capability will be enhanced in the process, paving the way for more convenience in the future.
Taycan owners in Singapore can look forward to the update happening here at some point. For model variants on sale locally, the following table shows how range will be improved.
*Figures reflect the minimum to maximum range, as rated by the WLTP cycle.
But the times have changed. Cars are now intrinsically smart devices, and electric cars, in particular, rely on software and conditioning for their batteries and drivetrains.
Announced as part of the latest round of updates in line with the 2023 model year (it's been playfully designated as 'uPdates', since the internal designation code for the car now starts with 'p'), any customer that has taken delivery of a Taycan since its premiere is now being offered a free software upgrade that promises a number of exciting benefits.
Given that the Taycan is all-electric, the most significant enhancement naturally involves tweaks to the car's powertrain for better efficiency.
The electric freewheel also helps to reduce frictional drag losses. Speaking to the media, Kevin Giek, Vice President Product Line Taycan at Porsche, notes that in such instances "your energy consumption is much lower".
In actual figures, day-to-day driving range is expected to be boosted by up to 50km as a result. Nonetheless, you may also have noticed that drivers of the entry-level, single-motor Taycan will have to sit this efficiency upgrade out, since it applies only to dual-motor, all-wheel drive variants - like the Taycan 4S, or Taycan Cross Turismo 4.
The enhanced thermal management synergises well with the upgrades to Porsche's infotainment system too. In the latest version of the PCM 6.0 (Porsche Communication Management), the car's navigation system will not only allow for the charging stations to be filtered based on charging capacity, but also communicate with the battery to pre-heat or cool it to the optimal temperature for fast charging, according to Giek.
Giek believes early Taycan drivers will be pleasantly surprised by how much the car has developed on the vehicle side since it was first introduced
Additional functions-on-demand (FoD) will also be unlocked alongside enhancements to a few driver’s assistance systems.
This is not the first time Porsche has rolled out free software updates for Taycan drivers. The latest round will likewise be offered across all body variants of the Taycan, although the scope of upgrades will vary depending on the specific model year of a customer's car. According to Giek, "anyone driving a Taycan from early in the car's production run will be pleasantly surprised by how much has developed on the vehicle side since then."
It's worth noting that this update will still necessitate a physical visit to a Porsche service workshop. Nonetheless, Porsche says that the car's over-the-air update capability will be enhanced in the process, paving the way for more convenience in the future.
Taycan owners in Singapore can look forward to the update happening here at some point. For model variants on sale locally, the following table shows how range will be improved.
| Taycan Variant | MY 2019 or 2020 | 2023 MY P Update |
| Turbo (Sedan) | 383-452km | 370-512km |
| Turbo S (Sedan) | 390-416km | 370-512km |
| 4S w/ Performance Battery (Sedan) | 335-408km | 370-512km |
| 4S w/ Performance Battery Plus (Sedan) | 389-464km | 370-512km |
| Cross Turismo Turbo | 395-452km | 389-490km |
| Cross Turismo 4S | 388-452km | 389-490km |
| Cross Turismo 4 | 389-456km | 389-490km |
*Figures reflect the minimum to maximum range, as rated by the WLTP cycle.
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