Recently, Porsche claimed to have increased the Taycan Cross Turismo’s range by a significant amount with a new software update. To put that claim to the test, Harry’s Garage took the car out for a drive in his latest video, as well as gave it somewhat of a mini review in the process.
This new update supposedly unlocks around an extra 15 percent of range, which amounts to around 30-40 extra miles (48-64 km). On top of the Taycan 4S Cross Turismo’s original EPA range figure of 215 miles (346 km), the updated model should be able to achieve around 250 miles (402 km). However, in Harry’s real-world testing with the car Range mode, that figure was actually more like 270 miles (435 km), which is quite a significant jump.
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As another part of his tests, Harry also decided to take the Cross Turismo beyond the asphalt to see if its minor off-road additions make it any different than the standard Taycan. Putting it in gravel mode does raise the ride height a bit and alter the traction control profile, but it won’t be conquering Moab anytime soon.
Where the Cross Turismo really shone in Harry’s tests was in its ability to find traction in seemingly impossible situations. As part of his mini off-road excursion, Harry took the wagon up a set of steep, slippery grass hill, and the car was able to manage it effortlessly thanks to its clever traction control.
As far as driving impressions are concerned, there’s nothing to be said about the Taycan that hasn’t already been said. Being an EV, it naturally has ludicrous acceleration and a low center of gravity from the heavy battery in the floor. Being a Porsche, it has the sharp steering and stellar dynamics we’ve come to expect from the German manufacturer.