Porsche's New Taycan in the US Supports Tesla Charging and Discontinues Wagon Models

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Porsche has introduced native support for Tesla's Supercharger network and the E-Shift simulated gear-shifting system (which overlays eight simulated gears on top of two real gears) on the 2027 Taycan in the US, while confirming the discontinuation of the GTS Sport Turismo and Cross Turismo wagon body styles.

Porsche disclosed the discontinuation in a facelift announcement, which was later confirmed by a company representative to Kelly Blue Book. Low sales were the primary factor: Taycan sales in the US dropped from 7,570 units in 2023 to 4,747 units in 2024, further declining to 4,142 units in 2025. Following the discontinuation of the Panamera Sport Turismo in 2023, Porsche no longer offers a wagon lineup in the US market.

The surviving sedan version has received a comprehensive upgrade. The 2027 Taycan comes standard with a 105 kWh Performance Battery Plus Pack, supporting charging power up to 320 kW, and features a native NACS port, allowing use of Tesla's Supercharger network without an adapter. Porsche also includes a CCS adapter for compatibility with other public charging stations.

The new model introduces the E-Shift simulated gear-shifting system, which overlays eight simulated gears on top of two real gears, simulating gear shifts, engine braking, and a virtual speed limiter, accompanied by synthetic performance sounds. This system is conceptually similar to Hyundai's N Shift system. Porsche adopted a feature from Hyundai in 2026, despite previously stating it would not do so. The 2027 Taycan sedan starts at $111,900, plus a $2,350 delivery fee.

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