Porsche Taycan Gets More Affordable In India With New Base Variant, Prices Now Start From Rs 1.67 Crore

Quick Highlights

• New base Porsche Taycan RWD launched at Rs 1.67 crore (ex-showroom), making it around Rs 24 lakh more affordable than before.

• Comes equipped with an 89 kWh battery pack, delivering a claimed range of up to 590 km.

• Powered by a 408 PS/410 Nm single electric motor, accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.8 seconds.

• Notable features include a 16.8-inch digital driver’s display, a 10.9-inch infotainment system, and 14-way powered front-row seats.

• Rivals the Audi e-tron GT and Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan.

Porsche India has expanded the Taycan lineup with a new entry-level variant. The German carmaker has introduced a rear-wheel-drive variant, priced from Rs 1.67 crore (ex-showroom), which will be sold alongside the existing all-wheel-drive models. Bookings for the new Taycan RWD are now open, and here’s everything you need to know about it.

Porsche Taycan RWD Price

With the addition of the RWD variant, here’s how the Porsche Taycan lineup is priced in India.

The new base variant makes the Taycan more affordable by approximately Rs 24 lakh, while the price gap between the RWD and the top-spec Turbo variants stands at around Rs 87 lakh.

Porsche Taycan RWD Powertrain

The Taycan RWD comes equipped with an 89 kWh battery pack paired with a single electric motor setup, producing 408 PS and 410 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.8 seconds and delivers a WLTP-claimed range of 590 km. It also supports 270 kW DC fast charging, allowing it to charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 18 minutes, while the standard 11 kW AC charger takes 9 hours for a full charge.

Porsche Taycan RWD Design

The Taycan RWD carries over the same styling that we saw with the facelift, and can be configured with exclusive paint options and upgraded with 22-inch alloy wheels. With the facelift, the fascia presents a sleeker and more streamlined look, featuring an updated LED headlight setup. A similar story unfolds at the rear, where the Taycan RWD showcases a refreshed design with a slightly revised bumper and an updated signature LED light strip.

Porsche Taycan RWD Interior

Inside, it features an updated dashboard with a triple-screen setup, though the front passenger display is available as an optional add-on. Buyers can also choose from distinct leather and leather-free seat upholstery options for a more personalized cabin theme, while the standard interior comes in an all-black scheme that enhances its sporty appeal.

Porsche Taycan RWD Features

The Taycan RWD comes equipped with features such as a 16.8-inch digital driver’s display, a 10.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a 10.9-inch touchscreen unit for the front passenger. It also includes 14-way power-adjustable front seats (upgradable to 18-way), seat ventilation, a four-zone climate control system, and ambient lighting. Buyers can further enhance the experience with a 14-speaker Bose sound system or a 21-speaker Burmester audio system.

Safety features include multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, a reverse parking camera (upgradable to a 360-degree setup), front and rear parking sensors, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and ADAS.

Porsche Taycan RWD Rivals

The Porsche Taycan RWD continues to lock horns with the Audi e-tron GT and Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan. Let us know your thoughts on the Taycan's new entry-level variant in the comments below.