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Launch Control
Hi, I tried searching the forums and Google but I could not find anyone complaining about the issue Im having.
It feels like Launch Control is very weak. Now maybe this is because I am coming from a 2020 911 C4S to this 22 Taycan 4S. I understand the Taycan is supposed to be slower but the launch itself feels slower than just flooring it from a dead stop. Launch Control Activated does display on the dash so I know its supposedly working, but it feels underwhelming compared to just stepping on it.
Anyone else experiencing this?
edit; I am taking it in for that software recall on Monday, I havent brought up the issue to the dealership because I have hopes of the update fixing it.
It feels like Launch Control is very weak. Now maybe this is because I am coming from a 2020 911 C4S to this 22 Taycan 4S. I understand the Taycan is supposed to be slower but the launch itself feels slower than just flooring it from a dead stop. Launch Control Activated does display on the dash so I know its supposedly working, but it feels underwhelming compared to just stepping on it.
Anyone else experiencing this?
edit; I am taking it in for that software recall on Monday, I havent brought up the issue to the dealership because I have hopes of the update fixing it.
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Naw its still winter here in Alaska and Im saving the serious stuff for when the weather permits. Its all been seat of the pants. I just kind of figured since the difference between normal acceleration and launch is 80hp that it would be dramatic. Thats just comparing normal throttling to launch. Comparing it to the C4S the best I have is the G Force meter, and its about half a G less on the Taycan.
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I haven’t tried in the 4S, but I have done turbo 911 to turbo taycan back to back, and you should feel a significant difference. The EV torque is delivered more abruptly, no rpm peak power band, no clutch slip, etc. Even if your 0-60 times are the same, you should feel the way you got there to be quite different in the EV. The EVs are considerably faster off the line, even if a higher end ice car beats them out in the 1/4mi
assuming you have the larger battery pack, launch should also give you about 80 extra hp in a 4S
usual launch questions. Did it activate properly ? How was tire traction and road conditions ?
assuming you have the larger battery pack, launch should also give you about 80 extra hp in a 4S
usual launch questions. Did it activate properly ? How was tire traction and road conditions ?
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I havent tried in the 4S, but I have done turbo 911 to turbo taycan back to back, and you should feel a significant difference. The EV torque is delivered more abruptly, no rpm peak power band, no clutch slip, etc. Even if your 0-60 times are the same, you should feel the way you got there to be quite different in the EV. The EVs are considerably faster off the line, even if a higher end ice car beats them out in the 1/4mi
assuming you have the larger battery pack, launch should also give you about 80 extra hp in a 4S
usual launch questions. Did it activate properly ? How was tire traction and road conditions ?
assuming you have the larger battery pack, launch should also give you about 80 extra hp in a 4S
usual launch questions. Did it activate properly ? How was tire traction and road conditions ?
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The battery temp matters the most for maximum power delivery. Ensure your battery is warmed up (77* F or warmer) and try launching again. Its a dramatic difference from a battery in the mid-60s.
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There are a few threads about this on the other forum. I thought the same for the first few launches and then realized I had been launching in Sport mode which does not heat the battery, especially in January.
The battery temp matters the most for maximum power delivery. Ensure your battery is warmed up (77* F or warmer) and try launching again. Its a dramatic difference from a battery in the mid-60s.
The battery temp matters the most for maximum power delivery. Ensure your battery is warmed up (77* F or warmer) and try launching again. Its a dramatic difference from a battery in the mid-60s.
I talked to the dealership today while it was in for software and they seemed shocked. Ill just have to drive it a bit more and see how it performs.
By chance does anyone have their acceleration G Max? My max is .77 and that was without launch control.
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I had considered this option, I leave it plugged in most of the time. When I tell the car Im about to leave it usually gets the battery temp to about 85-89* F
I talked to the dealership today while it was in for software and they seemed shocked. Ill just have to drive it a bit more and see how it performs.
By chance does anyone have their acceleration G Max? My max is .77 and that was without launch control.
I talked to the dealership today while it was in for software and they seemed shocked. Ill just have to drive it a bit more and see how it performs.
By chance does anyone have their acceleration G Max? My max is .77 and that was without launch control.
With preconditioning set my battery is usually around 65-70* after 8-10hrs of charging and requires I move to sport+ to heat it further.
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The battery temp is that warm or the car interior? That seems extremely high.
With preconditioning set my battery is usually around 65-70* after 8-10hrs of charging and requires I move to sport+ to heat it further.
With preconditioning set my battery is usually around 65-70* after 8-10hrs of charging and requires I move to sport+ to heat it further.
Ive done it several times now, any time I tell it to precondition well before I leave its in the mid to high 80s. It never climbs from there when driving, drops like a degree or so every few minutes as I drive around. Most of my trips are pretty short though.
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Definitely the battery temp, its one of my custom display lines. What kind of crazy person would set their interior to 85* 🤣
Ive done it several times now, any time I tell it to precondition well before I leave its in the mid to high 80s. It never climbs from there when driving, drops like a degree or so every few minutes as I drive around. Most of my trips are pretty short though.
Ive done it several times now, any time I tell it to precondition well before I leave its in the mid to high 80s. It never climbs from there when driving, drops like a degree or so every few minutes as I drive around. Most of my trips are pretty short though.
Good to know on the preconditioning. Have you tried launch control shortly after unplugging with the battery temp already that warm? I imagine that temp range is perfect for maximizing the LC output.
The extra 80hp only lasts for a couple seconds during LC, but when it hits, you definitely know it. As mentioned earlier, there is very little drama, especially off the line. My 6yo loves the Taycan LC but requested I dont do LC with her in our Panamera 4S because it is a violent experience.
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Hi, I tried searching the forums and Google but I could not find anyone complaining about the issue Im having.
It feels like Launch Control is very weak. Now maybe this is because I am coming from a 2020 911 C4S to this 22 Taycan 4S. I understand the Taycan is supposed to be slower but the launch itself feels slower than just flooring it from a dead stop. Launch Control Activated does display on the dash so I know its supposedly working, but it feels underwhelming compared to just stepping on it.
Anyone else experiencing this?
edit; I am taking it in for that software recall on Monday, I havent brought up the issue to the dealership because I have hopes of the update fixing it.
It feels like Launch Control is very weak. Now maybe this is because I am coming from a 2020 911 C4S to this 22 Taycan 4S. I understand the Taycan is supposed to be slower but the launch itself feels slower than just flooring it from a dead stop. Launch Control Activated does display on the dash so I know its supposedly working, but it feels underwhelming compared to just stepping on it.
Anyone else experiencing this?
edit; I am taking it in for that software recall on Monday, I havent brought up the issue to the dealership because I have hopes of the update fixing it.
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I have a RWD so the launch control is even less dramatic. One thing I think I noticed was that it changes when the car shifts to the second gear compared to flooring it in Sport Plus (mine shifts at 78).