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Porsche Unveils Teaser for High-Performance Taycan, Set for March 11 Debut

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Porsche has released a tantalizing teaser for its upcoming high-performance variant of the Taycan, set to be unveiled on March 11. Dubbed the “most dynamic Taycan of all time,” the new model is expected to carry the Turbo GT badge, joining Porsche’s elite lineup of extreme offerings.

The teaser image reveals a profile shot of the car, showcasing its aggressive aerodynamic package, including a fixed rear wing. This design element is reminiscent of the prototypes spied by our photographers and the pre-production model previously showcased by Porsche.

See also: Apple CarPlay+ Makes Its Debut in the 2025 Porsche Taycan

Notably, the Taycan Turbo GT holds the record as the fastest Taycan to lap the Nurburgring, clocking in at an impressive 7:07.55. This time is a remarkable 18 seconds faster than its rival, the Tesla Model S Plaid, and a mere 2.25 seconds slower than the hypercar Rimac Nevera.

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In addition to the rear wing, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT will feature a front splitter, a rear diffuser with integrated side fins, and a new set of alloy wheels. The model is also expected to boast a more aggressive chassis setup, potentially offering more power and reduced weight.

See also: Porsche Taycan Turbo GT SHATTERS Nurburgring Record – Beats Tesla Plaid and Hypercars!

The current Taycan Turbo S, which was recently facelifted, delivers up to 939 horsepower (700 kW / 952 PS) from its dual electric motors, enabling it to sprint from 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) in just 2.3 seconds. Rumors suggest that the Turbo GT variant will exceed 1,000 horsepower (746 kW / 1,014 PS).

The official unveiling of the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT will be hosted by Formula E pit lane reporter Nicki Shields, alongside Porsche’s vice-president Kevin Giek, former Le Mans driver Timo Benhard, and test driver Lars Kern, who set the impressive lap time at the Nurburgring.

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