Porsche sells two of the most impressive electric cars available in the UK: the Taycan and the new Macan Electric SUV.
This guide offers a broad overview of what you need to know about buying a Porsche electric car in 2025, including advice on costs, charging and driving.
The EV market is changing fast, though, so we will aim to update this page regularly.
Which fully electric cars does Porsche sell?
The Taycan and Macan Electric are the only fully electric cars currently sold by Porsche. That said, there are three different versions of the Taycan: standard, Sport Turismo and Cross Turismo.
The standard Taycan is a saloon, the Sport Turismo is a sleek-looking estate car and the Cross Turismo has more rugged, SUV-like styling.
Which Porsche electric cars are coming soon?
Fully electric versions of the 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman sports cars will arrive in 2025, which follows Porsche’s commitment to make the 718 series exclusively electric.
Porsche will also launch a Cayenne EV to sit above the Macan Electric in its range of SUVs. As for an electric 911, that isn’t likely to arrive until the next decade.
What is Porsche’s electric car brand called?
Porsche doesn’t have an electric car brand as such, but it uses ‘Electric’ for EV versions of a model that is also available with combustion powertrains. An example of this is the Macan Electric.
What is the warranty on a Porsche electric car battery?
Porsche guarantees its electric car batteries will last for eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes soonest.
Where can you buy a Porsche electric car?
You can buy a Porsche electric car from one of the 46 official Porsche dealerships in the UK.
How much do Porsche electric cars cost?
The Porsche Macan Electric is the German marque’s cheapest electric car. At the time of writing, prices start from £68,500. However, this can rise dramatically once you add a few options – metallic paint or different alloy wheels, for example.
Porsche Taycan prices vary depending on the model. In standard form, prices start from £86,500, but you’ll need to add around £2,000 for the entry-level Taycan Sport Turismo – or another £10,000 for the most affordable Cross Turismo.
What type of plug do Porsche EVs use?
Both the Taycan and Macan Electric use Type 2 connectors for AC charging and CCS connectors for DC fast charging.
What charging equipment comes as standard with a Porsche electric car?
Every Porsche electric car comes with a Mode 3 charging cable as standard. A Porsche Mobile Charger for use at home or on the road is optional.
Can Porsche electric cars use rapid chargers?
Yes, Porsche electric cars can use rapid chargers.
Can Porsche electric cars use Ionity chargers?
Porsche electric cars can also use Ionity chargers. Indeed, Porsche Charging Service customers can fill up with ultra-rapid electricity at preferential rates.
Where is the charging point located on a Porsche electric car?
There are charging points on both sides of the Macan Electric, located above the rear wheelarches, so it doesn’t matter which way you approach a charger.
The Taycan’s charging points are located behind flaps on the front wings. AC charging is available on both sides, while DC charging is only possible on the right.
Which charge partner does Porsche work with?
Porsche was one of the founding partners of the Europe-wide Ionity high-speed charging network. As a result, it offers cheaper charging rates to its customers.
What is the Porsche wallbox called?
Rather appropriately, the Porsche home charging point is called the Porsche Wallbox.
Which wallbox options does Porsche offer?
The Porsche Wallbox offers charging speeds of up to 22kW, which enables a full recharge in up to five hours.
Do you get a free wallbox when you buy a new Porsche electric car?
No, the Porsche Wallbox is a further £1,500 on top of the cost of your car. It is delivered within five working days.
What is the Porsche Charging Service?
The Porsche Charging Service offers access to an increasing number of public charging points. By using the dedicated smartphone app or RFID card, Porsche owners can access thousands of chargers across Europe, including the ultra-rapid Ionity network.
Do Porsche electric cars have an on-board DC charger?
An 11kW on-board charger is fitted to both the Macan Electric and Taycan. A 22kW on-board charger is also available as an option.
What is the maximum charging speed of a Porsche electric car?
The updated Porsche Taycan can now handle charging speeds of up to 320kW, an increase of 50kW compared to the previous model.
The Macan Electric has a maximum charging capacity of 270kW.
What is the range of a Porsche electric car?
The Macan 4 offers 381 miles of range from a fully charged battery, although this drops to 367 miles if you choose the flagship Turbo version.
How far you can travel between charges in the Porsche Taycan depends on the model and battery pack chosen, but the official figures range from 296 to 421 miles. Don’t expect to achieve these numbers in cold weather, though – or if you take advantage of the Taycan’s warp-speed acceleration.
What is the Porsche electric car smartphone app called?
The Porsche smartphone app is called My Porsche. As well as accessing vehicle information, the app allows owners the opportunity to check their EV’s battery status, start or stop the charging process, access the climate control settings and set preferred charging times for frequently visited places.
How many Porsche dealers are there?
There are 46 Porsche dealers in the UK, plus a large number of dedicated marque specialists.
Does Porsche sat nav show charging point locations and availability?
The Porsche Charging Planner is integrated within the My Porsche app and the car’s infotainment system.
In the Taycan, you need to activate the Porsche Connect Services, then select the Charging Planner in the infotainment system. In the Macan Electric, the Porsche Charging Planner is integrated in the car’s satellite navigation.
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