2022 Porsche Taycan — Full Specifications
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The 2022 Porsche Taycan is a saloon/sedan powered by an electric motor, with an EPA-rated range of around 246 miles per charge. Owners often keep a Porsche Taycan workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2021 Porsche Taycan: The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. EPA passenger volume changes from 108 to 89 cu ft.
Full Specifications
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (A2) |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Saloon/Sedan |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 89 cu ft (2,520 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 12 cu ft (340 L) |
| EPA Range | 246 miles |
| Efficiency | 40.7 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ Emissions | 0 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 10 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2022 Porsche Taycan, all with the Electric motor engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor | Automatic (A2) | All-Wheel Drive | 95 | 79 (79/80) | — | $1,000 |
| Electric motor | Automatic (A2) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 95 | 79 (76/84) | — | $950 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 89 cubic feet (about 2,520 litres) and luggage volume at 12 cubic feet (about 340 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
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2022 Porsche Taycan Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns that include the 2022 Porsche Taycan (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (7), Service brakes (2), Back over prevention (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Back over prevention — campaign 25V896000, reported 19 December 2025. Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Air bags — campaign 25V221000, reported 5 May 2025. Risk: An air bag that fails to deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Electrical system — campaign 24V731000, reported 1 October 2024. Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
- Electrical system — campaign 24V732000, reported 1 October 2024. Risk: A short circuit in a high-voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Showing the 4 most recent of 12 campaigns.
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Porsche Taycan. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (36), Power train (18), Unspecified (13). Complaints include 2 reported crashes, 2 reported fires, 1 reported injury. That is close to the median of 72 complaints across the 5 Porsche Taycan model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2022 Porsche Taycan
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (7 recall campaigns · 36 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Transmission & drivetrain (18 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Brakes (2 recall campaigns) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
- Engine (9 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2022 Porsche Taycan have?
It's powered by an electric motor with an EPA-rated range of around 246 miles per charge.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Porsche Taycan?
It uses around 40.7 kWh per 100 miles.
Does the 2022 Porsche Taycan have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns that include the 2022 Porsche Taycan (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (7), Service brakes (2), Back over prevention (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2022 Porsche Taycan?
Among the 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (36 complaints), Power train (18 complaints), Unspecified (13 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2022 Porsche Taycan have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 89 cubic feet (about 2,520 litres) and luggage volume at 12 cubic feet (about 340 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.