2 years ago

2022 Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo/Sport Turismo
Starting at: $95,050

Pros Fast and repetitive bursts of acceleration, sports car handling wagon, cargo area and rear seat larger than a Taycan sedan. Cons Unremarkable range estimates, even more expensive than an expensive sedan, lots of interior screens, and few physical controls are equally distracting. Verdict The Taycan Cross Turismo wagon is everything we love about a sedan, but in a more practical package.

Overview
Think station wagons aren't cool? The breathtaking takeoffs of the 2022 Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo and Sport Turismo will leave you wondering. Sure, a single ride in a Tesla Model S can have the same effect, but Teslas are cool, vans shouldn't. As an alternative to the long-roof Taycan sedan, the Turismo versions inherit an advanced electrical architecture and an innovative two-speed transmission that delivers repetitive, incredible acceleration. While Porsche's electric car recipe doesn't include some traditional ingredients (read: single-pedal driving) and can't match the range of the longest-range Tesla, the Taycan twins are far more enjoyable to drive. Consider that the station wagon has more rear seat and trunk space than the sedan, and that could almost make up for the higher asking price. Still, the 2022 Taycan Cross Turismo and Sport Turismo are useful family hauling tools and a great way to make wagon haters look like fools. They are also Editors' Choice winners.

What's new for 2022?
The 2022 Taycan Cross Turismo benefits from a small number of updates. One of the coolest changes is the ability to self-park without the presence of a person behind the wheel, which can be done using a smartphone with a new remote parking feature. Infotainment improvements include a better operating system, improved voice commands, and Android Auto finally joining Apple CarPlay. Thanks to Porsche's Paint to Sample program, customers can choose their own colors, including those of classic models from the 1990s. The 22 Taycan Cross Turismo also benefits from improved temperature management and charging features, which Porsche says help reduce charging times. Also joining the lineup is the new 590-hp GTS Sport Turismo, which gets rid of the regular model's body cladding, lowers the sedan's ride height, and features unique styling cues and chassis tweaks.
Prices and which one to buy
4: $92,250
4S: $111,650
GTS Sport Turismo: $134,650
Turbo: $154,850
Turbo S: $188,950

The Cross Turismo lineup matches the regular Taycan, except there's no rear-wheel drive model, and station wagon prices are slightly higher than sedan prices. However, we recommend the Cross Turismo 4S with 562 hp. Like all models, it comes standard with all-wheel drive and adjustable air suspension. The long-roof Taycan goes on sale this summer and gets free Electrify America charging for three years. We also recommend using the Porsche Experience Center for an additional, albeit worthwhile, amount.

Engine, transmission and performance
Naturally, the Taycan Cross Turismo is purely electrically powered and shares the same chassis and other components as its sedan. However, the station wagon is offered only with all-wheel drive. Power is provided by two electric motors totaling 469 to 750 horsepower, depending on trim level. One of the most interesting elements of the Taycan is its two-speed gearbox on the rear axle, a first for an electric vehicle. In our testing, it helped the Taycan Turbo S hit 60 mph in 2.4 seconds, making it one of the fastest cars we've ever tested. What's more, unlike conventional electric vehicles that run slower as the battery drains, the Taycan delivers consistent performance. Our first ride in the 469hp Taycan Cross Turismo 4. demonstrated its efficient acceleration, maneuverability and reliable brakes.

Range, charging and battery life
When we first talked about the Taycan Cross Turismo, we predicted it would have a range of over 300 miles. However, that was before the EPA released its range ratings for the Taycan sedan, which is currently listed at 227 miles with the larger 83.7 kWh battery that each wagon uses.

Loading 1 comment...