It will be interesting to see if, as more 2025 Taycans hit US roads, the prices of the pre-facelift model continue to fall
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- A 2023 Porsche Taycan recently sold for $54,000 despite an original MSRP of $109,310.
- The 93.4 kWh battery and 469 hp offer solid performance despite its entry-level status.
- The electric sedan had just 27,000 miles and included a slew of premium options.
It’s hardly a secret that many EVs plummet in value faster than a rock skipping across a pond, even more so when it comes to premium German brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi. Even Porsche and its Taycan haven’t escaped that unfortunate fate. While that’s a gut punch for sellers, it’s a jackpot for buyers looking to snag a six-figure electric Porsche on the cheap.
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The Taycan is closely related to the Audi e-tron GT, the prices of which have collapsed on the used market over the past year or so. So far, it hasn’t depreciated to the same extent as the Audi, likely owing to the fact that, as a brand, Porsche is more desirable and exclusive than its sibling in the VW Group. However, one 2023 Taycan recently sold on Bring a Trailer for just $54,000 despite having an original MSRP of $109,310 before taxes and fees.
The Taycan’s Core Features Still Hold Up
This may be the entry-level Taycan, but it’s still a very good EV. It’s equipped with a single rear-wheel electric motor that delivers 469 hp and 263 lb-ft (357 Nm) of torque, powered by a hefty 93.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. When it changed hands, it had around 27,000 miles (43,400 km) on the clock and came with a clean CarFax, so it wasn’t a junkyard special.
While the Turbo S and Turbo GT versions tend to steal the spotlight, the interior of the entry-level Taycan is nearly identical to those models, and this particular example came with some appealing options.
Among them are the 20-inch Sport Aero wheels, the upgraded 93.4 kWh battery (a $5,780 option), Porsche’s InnoDrive adaptive cruise control system, and the $5,960 Premium package. The latter adds a surround-view camera, power-folding wing mirrors, a $1,200 Bose audio system, a fixed panoramic glass roof, ambient lighting, power-ventilated front seats, and Lane Change Assist.
Ouch for the Seller, Win for the Buyer
We can’t help but feel bad for the individual who lost $56,000, or more than half of the original price, after just two years of ownership. But on the flip side, the new owner has likely walked away with a pretty sweet deal. The big question now is whether the price drop will continue as the heavily revised 2025 models start showing up on US roads.
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The lesson here? Smart buyers can skip the sticker shock of a new Taycan and dive straight into a used one for a fraction of the price. Just make sure you get one with a remaining warranty, or better yet, an extended one, because if something critical goes wrong, it could end up costing more than the car itself.
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