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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $81,752–$110,035 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2020 Porsche Taycan at 8.0/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this ev. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 9.5/10, while Value at 6.4/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 7.2/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The 8.7/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 8.9/10. The Porsche Taycan delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. The cabin tech earns 9.5/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $81,752–$110,035, 97 MPG, seating 5, the Porsche Taycan sits in the luxury tier of the ev market. The value score of 6.4/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 6 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2020 Porsche Taycan is a solid, well-rounded ev that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is value — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2020 Porsche Taycan ranks #35 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 87% of the segment. Its 8.0/10 overall score is 0.4 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $81,752 starting price is about 55% above the segment's median of $52,750.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking →
Across the Taycan model years we've scored, the 2020 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.1/10 | $95,687 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.1/10 | $95,687 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.2/10 | $92,900 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.0/10 | $90,113 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $87,326 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.1/10 | $84,539 | Read review → |
| 2020 (this review) | 8.0/10 | $81,752 |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Service brakes, hydraulic / Foundation components 08/09/2021 · 21V697000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach. |
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| Exterior lighting / Hazard flashing warning lights 13/10/2021 · 21V794000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles. The pre-collision automatic hazard lights may activate in non-emergency situations. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor… |
| Suspension / Rear 19/11/2021 · 21V911000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Taycan vehicles. The front and rear upper control arm screw connections on the rear axle may be loose. |
| Engine and engine cooling / Engine / Engine control module (ecu/ecm) / Software 29/06/2021 · 21V486000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan 4S, 2021 Taycan, Taycan Cross Turismo, Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo, Taycan 4S Cross Turismo, and Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo vehicles. The… |
| Seat belts / rear/other / Buckle assembly 22/02/2022 · 22V100000 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles equipped with an optional rear center seat. The center seat belt buckle wiring harness may obstruct access to the right rear seat lower child seat anchors,… |
Showing 5 of 12 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
We rate the 2020 Porsche Taycan's reliability 7.2/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class. It has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
12 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 8.0/10 overall, ranking #35 of 268 evs in our database (better than 87% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2020 Porsche Taycan starts at $81,752 and ranges up to $110,035 across trims (MSRP when new). At 97 MPG, expect roughly $541/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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