Porsche Taycan Service and Maintenance Schedules | HOUSE (2024)

FAQs

How often do you service a Taycan? ›

Porsche Taycan models require routine maintenance every 2 years or 20,000 miles.

For example, the 2023 Porsche Taycan GTS has estimated maintenance costs of $687 in the second year, $490 in the third year, $2,696 in the fourth year, and $537 in the fifth year, totaling $4,410 over five years. However, these estimates are based on dealership service and maintenance costs.

Regular, Intermediate, & Major Service Intervals

The typical Porsche maintenance schedule includes regular service every 10,000 miles, intermediate service every 20,000 miles, and major service every 40,000 miles.

Your 2021 Porsche Taycan battery will ordinarily last between 3 to 5 years, but that can fluctuate heavily depending on battery size, type of battery, weather conditions and driving habits.

The all-electric sports cars covered up to 587 kilometres on one battery charge on public roads. "For the particularly efficient Taycan sports saloon with the large battery, this practical, final test resulted in a total range of up to 587 kilometres," says the Vice President for the model line Kevin Giek.

A combination of technology upgrades, price fluctuations on new cars, and lack of demand has meant a rapid drop in value for many electric models. This phenomenon is especially dramatic for Porsche's Taycan EV, with high-spec Turbo models losing almost $100,000 in value within four years.

The following table shows approximate times to charge the Porsche Taycan. We recommend charging to 80% charge in order to protect the battery and maximise efficiency.

How long do 2021 Porsche Taycan brake pads last? 2021 Porsche Taycan brake pads generally last between 30,000 and 70,000 miles depending on your driving habits.

How Much Does Porsche Maintenance Cost? RepairPal, a website that compiles data on the costs of vehicle maintenance, estimates that the average Porsche costs around $1,192 per year to repair and maintain. This is about 83% more than the industry average of $652.

Which Porsche is low maintenance? ›

Porsche 911 (996) – The Modern Classic

Often considered the stepping stone into the world of Porsche, the 911 (996) is more than just an affordable entry point. Its solid engineering makes it a low-maintenance option for enthusiasts on a budget.

Now, most modern Porsche models have an oil change frequency between 7,500 and 10,000 miles. Of course, you should always check your owner's manual for specifics for your make and model.

Similarly, service intervals for Volvo electric vehicles are every two years or at every 30,000 km. Although servicing an EV is less intensive compared to a petrol or diesel car, they still require maintenance so it's always best to check with the manufacturer or your EV's owner's manual.

The Taycan performed poorly in our 2023 What Car? Reliability Survey, placing last out of 20 cars in the electric car class. If it's any consolation, the air-con and infotainment system were the main trouble spots, rather than anything more serious. As a brand, Porsche came 20th out of 32 manufacturers.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the Porsche Taycan has a total capacity of 79.2 kWh. The usable capacity is 71 kWh. A range of about 255 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery.