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      12-29-2019, 04:53 AM   #44
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Originally Posted by Sedoy View Post
That's true, I believe that Taycan reserves/spares about 12% for battery degradation, where Tesla has all 100% available for charging. But the fact is that even with its superior drag coefficient Taycan is extremely inefficient compared to Tesla. Not really sure why.
The Taycan has a lot of luxury items such as insulation, thicker glass panels, etc. etc. so it's already 400+ pounds heavier than the tesla. It also has a slightly smaller capacity battery and the 12% reserve as you mentioned. If it has the same size battery, unreserved battery capacity and 400 pounds less weight, I believe the range would be similar. I also suspect the Tesla has a better battery management program.

I would still buy a Panamera Hybrid over a Taycan simply for it's superior range and quick fueling. It's still incredibly quick!
0-60MPH in 2.9 seconds until the tires are bald or you run out of fuel.

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