What is the Taycan Turbo S like to drive in snowy conditions?

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The Porsche Taycan Turbo S is an all wheel drive, high performance electric vehicle, which on paper should have good traction in snow. Although its ground clearance is low and its performance tires don’t do well in deep snow or icy conditions. A lot of potential buyers and owners are curious as to how this powerful EV would perform in the winter weather, as opposed to the traditional all wheel drive vehicles. Most discussions concerning the car's traction control systems discuss how effective they are, and how cold weather impacts the car's battery performance, and range, as well as debating the importance of winter tires. Although most owners share their experiences driving the Taycan in snowy regions, other owners debate the merits of the various driving modes and settings of the car for winter use. Given this, this topic is especially relevant for those who are thinking about the Taycan as a year round daily driver in areas with harsh winters.

@anika-agra · Accepted Answer

The depreciation doesn't bother me. I do not buy cars for investments, I do it to enjoy them.

@manish-sah · Answer

It is not great, but can you show me a car that does not depreciate. At least with the Taycan you also get an amazing driving experience in the meantime.

@varun-khan · Answer

The running costs are lower than ICE cars and the depreciation is offset by this. Total cost of ownership is what you got to look at.

@harish-kum · Answer

It is worse than I expected for a Porsche. It makes me wonder whether it would be smarter to wait for the next generation.

@lokesh-goy · Answer

I think it's overblown. Porsche’s generally retain their value well, and the Taycan will probably stabilize once the EV market matures.

@krishna-bo · Answer

I would be more worried about the long term value. Will these cars stand up to 10 years? That's the real question.

@deepak-khu · Answer

In fact it’s a fantastic chance to get a lightly used one for a song. Let someone else eat the initial depreciation.

@abhinav-gu · Answer

It's definitely something to consider. If you are concerned about residual value, leasing may be a better choice.

@bhawesh-ku · Answer

There is a specific Ice/Snow mode in the Taycan that changes power delivery and traction control. It works very well in slippery conditions.

@priyanka-r · Answer

It's good, but not great. If you reside in an area with some severe winters, the Cross Turismo version might be the one to get for more ground clearance.

@kunal-vikr · Answer

Range suffers drastically in cold weather, so make that change accordingly. Otherwise, it works great with snow.

@priyanka-k · Answer

I prefer it to my old 911 in winter. The traction control is very sophisticated, it keeps you pointed in the right direction.

@pramod-kum · Answer

EVs actually have a weight distribution that helps in snow. It has a low center of gravity because of the battery pack.

@reena-yada · Answer

Deep snow is a problem for the low ground clearance. If you were a SUV, you would plow right through where you may be stuck.

@bhramita-r · Answer

I am in Colorado and use mine year round. No problem at all, but you will need winter tires.

@barun-kuma · Answer

It’s tricky to get the instant torque on slippery surfaces. If you are not gentle with the throttle you will just spin the wheels.

@varun-khan · Answer

It's surprisingly good! With winter tires, the all wheel drive system is a beast in the snow, and is really capable.

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