PORSCHE TAYBAN TURBO S
BBC TopGear India|July 2023
AN ELECTRIFYING EMBODIMENT OF SPEED
MIRA ERDA
PORSCHE TAYBAN TURBO S

First impressions always matter. The Porsche Taycan Turbo S truly blew my mind at its first impression. It's redefining the electric car segment and sets a groundbreaking benchmark for all EVS-a true game-changer in all senses. With cutting-edge technology, sculpted looks, and mind-boggling performance under the Porsche hood, it is quite a firecracker. A car where electrifying performance meets innovation and pure luxury. It made me feel like I was in a dream, daring to push the boundaries and letting myself free, surging towards the greater future at lightning speed.

When I first heard Turbo S, my brain right away said, "Oh it is Turbo Charged," but then came the word Taycan with it, all-electric!! Which had me confused. How can an all-electric car have Turbo in its name? Surprisingly, in Porsche's language, "Turbo" means technological pioneering, extraordinary features, and futuristic marvels. And this car right here has all of it. Just a single feature, and it turned a petrol head like me into a fan. A claimed 0-100km/h in blistering 2.8 secs. What more do I need from an EV? Let's find out, shall we?

LIGHTNING PERFORMANCE:

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