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5 days ago
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2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition Is Batman's Dream Sedan
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. View post: Do You Have to Be an Off-Roader to Daily a 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro? My Thoughts After Reviewing It 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition models raise the stakes It seems as though Porsche has somewhat of a love affair with special edition models, and the German automaker's latest unveiling only reinforces that notion. As if the Porsche Taycan wasn't already an impressive specimen, the 2026 Black Edition models arrive with more standard equipment and model-exclusive details fit for the streets of Gotham, as well as Porsche's larger battery. 2026 Porsche Taycan 4S Black Edition — Source: Porsche Porsche Taycan Black Edition sedans gain standard equipment The Porsche Taycan Black Edition models sport styling updates from the SportDesign package, which includes a sporty lower front fascia, side skirts, and rear diffuser. The SportDesign Package in High Gloss Black can be optioned on a base Taycan for $3,600. While you may be able to add most of the black equipment to a standard Taycan, black side mirrors are exclusive to the Black Edition variants. Additional elements include a black interior accent package and black brushed aluminum door sill guards. Lastly, the Black Edition sedans feature a rear light strip with an illuminated black Porsche insignia and 'Black Edition' lettering, athletic 21-inch wheels, HD-Matrix Design LED headlights, and puddle light projectors that display the Porsche logo Inside, 14-way seats, a Bose surround sound system, Porsche Electric Sport Sound, and black embossed leather trim come standard. The Black Edition sedans gain Lane Change Assist and Surround View with Active Parking Assist as well. There are also several available options for the interior, including a two-tone design, while certain cabin components can be customized through the automaker's Sonderwunsch program. 2026 Porsche Taycan 4S Black Edition — Source: Porsche Despite what the name entails, the Black Edition sedans will be available in all paint colors under the Shade category, which normally adds $820 to the price tag. Those finishes include Jet Black Metallic, Ice Grey Metallic, Dolomite Silver Metallic, and Volcano Grey Metallic. You can also opt for a color from the Legends and Dreams categories, but expect to pay a premium. Porsche is also offering further customization through its Paint to Sample and Paint to Sample Plus programs, which cost an additional $13,620 and $31,100, respectively, on a base Taycan. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 2026 Porsche Taycan 4S Black Edition — Source: Porsche Outside of aesthetic changes, the Taycan Black Edition receives a boost in performance compared to standard Taycan variants, thanks to the larger Performance Battery Plus, which has a 105 kWh gross battery capacity (97 kWh net). The standard Performance Battery has an 89 kWh gross battery capacity (82.3 kWh net). Normally a $5,980 upgrade, the larger battery increases range to 318 miles in the base 2025 Taycan. 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition starts at $120,600 2026 Porsche Taycan 4S Black Edition — Source: Porsche The Black Edition will be available on the lower three trim levels of the Taycan. The base 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition starts at $120,600 and boasts 429 horsepower and 309 lb-ft of torque, representing a 27-horsepower and 7 lb-ft of torque increase over the base Taycan. The Porsche Taycan 4 Black Edition, from $124,600, offers 429 horsepower but gets bumped up to 449 lb-ft of torque with launch control. That 140-lb-ft increase shaves a tenth of a second off the Taycan 4 Black Edition's 0-to-60 mph time. The Porsche Taycan 4S Black Edition tops the trio with a $138,500 price tag. For that kind of money, the 4S Black Edition sees its performance skyrocket to a peak of 590 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque with launch control. As you'd expect, the 2026 Taycan 4S Black Edition reaches 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. 2026 Porsche Taycan 4S Black Edition — Source: Porsche Final thoughts Porsche has already come out with several limited variants of its iconic 911, and now the all-electric Taycan sedan is getting the stealth treatment for the 2026 model year. The downside for some customers may be that the blacked-out theme is only available on the lower three trim levels, and there's no word whether that will change. Frankly, Porsche's Taycan Black Edition models seem like they're straight out of Bruce Wayne's garage – and I'm perfectly fine with that. Porsche claims deliveries of the 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition sedans will begin this fall, but you can configure them now. About the Author Joseph Pudlewski View Profile
Auto Blog
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
BMW Drops Killer 5-Series Lease Deal for July
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. BMW 5-Series Lease Deal, July The BMW 5-Series has been the German automaker's executive sedan offering since 1972. While the model has evolved significantly over the past 50+ years, it still continues to offer the same luxury and practicality that it was originally built upon. If this Bavarian sedan has been standing out to you for a while, BMW's July lease offer might make your decision even easier. 0:09 / 0:09 2026 Audi A6 Avant debuts to fight BMW 5 Series Touring Watch More Interested buyers can get behind the wheel of BMW's suave sedan in its base 530i trim for $659 per month for 39 months with $6,309 due at signing, excluding tax, title, license, registration & dealer fees. Alternatively, the 530i xDrive, that's BMW speak for all-wheel drive, can be had for $689 per month for 39 months with $6,339 due at signing. The total mileage limit for the duration of the lease is 32,500 miles. We believe this 5-Series lease offer is nationwide, but we used a Los Angeles zip code for reference. Always check the BMW website with your own zip code to make sure. 2025 BMW 5 Series — Source: BMW Would you rather have $0 down? Potential lessees who want to save money on the upfront costs can pay $0 at signing, with some adjustments to the monthly payment. We have estimated the monthly payments by spreading the amount at signing over the lease's term. The base 530i's lease would increase by around $161 per month for a total of ~$820 per month, while the 530i xDrive would see an estimated $162 increase per month for a total monthly payment of around $851. What do you get in a 2025 BMW 5-Series? The G60 generation of the 5-Series was the first to feature the then-newest iDrive 8.5 infotainment system, which was showcased through its 14.9-inch infotainment screen and 12.3-inch digital cluster. It was also the first model in the 5-Series lineup to be completely leather-free, offering the same luxurious atmosphere the model is known for while being friendly to animals at the same time. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 2025 BMW 5 Series — Source: BMW The 530i and 530i xDrive both feature a mild hybrid powertrain made up of a turbocharged 2.0 L I4 engine that makes 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, as well as an 18 hp electric motor. The RWD 530i boasts a 5.9-second 0-60 mph time while the AWD 530i xDrive knocks that down slightly to 5.8 seconds. Both models are paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and feature an 18 cu. ft. trunk. The regular 530i starts at $59,900 while the 530i xDrive brings that MSRP to $62,200. Final thoughts Lease offers can vary based on location and specific vehicle configuration (trim level, options, etc.) and are subject to credit approval. Advertised payments typically exclude taxes, title, registration, and other potential fees. To take advantage of this offer or to get a precise quote based on your needs (including an official $0 down option), visit the official BMW website here. 2025 BMW 5 Series — Source: BMW *Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle. About the Author Gabriel Ionica View Profile
Motor 1
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
‘Look at This. Tell Me What's Wrong:' Man's Wife Has A Volkswagen Atlas. He Can't Tell if the Speedometer Works
A man hops into his wife's beloved Volkswagen Atlas and is immediately confused by how the speedometer is labeled. Luckily, the internet was around to offer an easy explanation. TikTok user Nick (@younglawyer) posed the question in a video posted on Saturday. 'Listen, maybe I'm an idiot, but can someone explain this to me, please?' he says to start the video. 'My wife has a Volkswagen Atlas. Look at the speedometer. Look at this. Tell me what's wrong.' He then turns his camera around to show the speedometer in question. 'You guys see those little lines? And the little lines, each one is the same distance apart?' he asks. 'Tell me why it goes space, line, 5, space, 10, space, 20—OK, whoa, that was a huge jump—and then, small space between 20 and 25.' He points out the inconsistent spacing and numbering. 'The math's not mathing. Maybe it's girl math. I don't know. Let me know,' he says. Viewers Suggest It's Because Volkswagen Is German In the comments section, viewers jumped in to help. Several pointed out that because Volkswagen is a German automaker, its speedometers are designed to accommodate both kilometers per hour (kph) and miles per hour (mph). Of course, that design would lead to uneven spacing when the gauge is marked in mph. One person speculated, 'It would be evenly spaced for kilometers. They just put mph digits wherever they lined up appropriately, maybe? Weird no matter what.' A second person said, 'It's not because it's kph, it's because they want to use the same gauge for kph and mph and the font would be too small if you used 10 unit major increments all the way through the range. It is weird they have two different range increments. It's probably they just wanted highway speeds for both kph and mph to be near the top.' A third user joked, 'German to English translation.' How Does the Global Auto Market Play into This? Some users in the comments section implied that not designing a speedometer especially for the US market reflected poorly on Volkswagen's commitment to design. But it's important to note that automakers frequently share parts and source parts from other countries to keep prices down. That's why the industry balked at US President Donald Trump's proposed tariff hike . It makes sense that certain parts of the vehicle you bought from a German company would be designed with the idea that it would eventually be sold in countries around the world. How to Change the Units of Measure in Your Volkswagen Depending on the model, it's fairly easy to change the units of measurement in your Volkswagen from imperial to metric and back. Drivers can do this by going into their vehicle's settings menu. Myers Hunt Club Volkswagen offers this helpful tutorial on YouTube. Motor1 reached out to Nick via TikTok comment and direct message for comment. Now Trending 'Always [Do] Your Diligence:' Facebook Marketplace Customer Buys Car in Walmart Parking Lot. Then His Mechanic Checks the Carfax 'Looks Like We Both Winning:' Lyft Customer Gets Charged $80 for Ride. Then She Asks Her Driver This Question That Saves Her $40 Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Auto Express
08-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron review - new sexy roof, same solid EV
The Q6 e-tron comes across as Audi's most convincing electric car to date. The Sportback version gives improved EV range and a sportier shape for a modest reduction in practicality, and a £2,500 premium. The car is still very much in the familiar Audi vein - solid, secure, comfortable and classy but without necessarily entertaining the driver as much as some rivals can. Advertisement - Article continues below With its Sportback models Audi has absolutely nailed the commodification of the curvy car roofline. Right across the German brand's range customers are invited to sacrifice a couple of thousand pounds, and a little boot space, for the sleeker, coupe-like profile created when a car's roof curls gently down at the rear rather than diving abruptly off the cliff of a tailgate. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is simply another variation on that popular theme. It's expected that around 20 per cent of the UK buyers going for an Audi Q6 e-tron mid-size SUV will choose a Sportback. They'll get a somewhat sexier roofline that's achieved by reworking the entire top of the car. The windscreen slopes more dramatically than on the standard Q6 SUV, facilitated by more steeply angled A-pillars. The roof itself is 37mm lower, and above the heads of the rear seat passengers it begins its gentle arch down to a subtle spoiler on the tiny boot lid. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below View XC40 View Q4 e-tron Does it look better? I'll let you be the judge. I'm not a fan of the whole coupe SUV experiment mainly because, to my eyes, the classic coupe design themes depend on a low, ground-hugging car shape to work properly. Perched atop a chunky, high-riding SUV they often look ungainly. Thousands of car buyers can't be wrong though and I will say that the Q6 Sportback is one of the better executed coupe SUV designs out there - its wide stance, powerful haunches and short overhangs helping the cause. Let's get back to a more factual analysis though. In choosing the Sportback body style, Audi Q6 e-tron buyers are paying an extra £2,500 over the standard 5-door SUV. Also in the minus column go a 15-litre reduction in boot capacity and less headroom in the cabin. Advertisement - Article continues below On the plus side, the Q6 Sportback e-tron is more aerodynamic than the SUV and that yields a maximum WLTP combined range of 334 miles in the entry-level model compared to 325 miles in the standard Q6 equivalent. How you view that trade-off will determine whether you're a Sportback kinda person or not. Once you've settled on the Sportback bodystyle there are four powertrain options to choose from. The Sport version has 249bhp while the Performance has 302bhp. Both of these cars are rear-wheel drive and the Performance model is expected to be the biggest seller in the UK. It has the larger 94.9kWh battery (the Sport's battery is 75.8kWh) and delivers the Q6's biggest driving range, a highly impressive 402 miles. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below Above that are the four-wheel drive 'quattro' cars, all with the larger battery and an electric motor on each axle. The standard quattro has 383bhp and the SQ6 Sportback e-tron quattro offers 483bhp; the driving ranges are 390 miles and 367 miles respectively. Big battery models can charge at up to 260kW (225kW for the smaller battery) so you could add 164 miles to the Performance model in 10 minutes with the right charger. Audi has thoughtfully included charging sockets on both sides of the car, too. Although, only one accepts rapid charging. All the Q6 e-tron models can also achieve a temporary 30bhp boost to their max power figures by way of the standard launch control mode. Using this, and a long enough piece of road, the official 0-62mph times range between 7.6s in the Sport and 4.3s in the SQ6, so no Q6 e-tron sportback could be described as slow. Advertisement - Article continues below We tried the rear-wheel drive Performance variant and the quattro on the super-smooth roads around Munich in Germany, and the Q6 comes across as a very capable and comfortable machine in both guises. The standard air suspension mostly served-up a composed ride over undulations and absorbed what bumps there were on our test route very well. Things can get a little busy at higher speeds where the Q6 has a tendency to wiggle from side-to-side where the opposing wheels encounter different surfaces or cambers. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below There's little body roll but the high kerb weight (2,200kg in the 'lighter' Performance model) is obvious in the planted but somewhat leaden-footed feel through direction changes. We found that the steering feel is better in the Performance model, which seemed slightly less direct around the straight ahead than the quattro. This made it that bit easier to place on the motorway without constant inputs. Generally, the steering is well judged, light around town then gaining weight at speed and in corners, but with no feedback to communicate what the wheels are up to. Grip seems plentiful with no indication that the powertrain in the RWD cars has enough about it to unsettle the car in dry conditions. The quattro feels even more secure, its all-wheel drive more than cancelling out its extra power. Advertisement - Article continues below The brakes are very powerful and really inspire confidence once you get used to the stopping power. The adaptive brake energy regeneration system, that alters the level of automatic braking according to the route and driving conditions, can make the response you get when lifting off the throttle a little unpredictable, though. We found it best to select 'B' mode - which gives true one-pedal driving by gradually bringing the car to a complete stop - around town and disable adaptive braking the rest of the time. If you want to persevere with it, the strength of the braking effect can be controlled by the steering wheel paddles. Refinement is impressive, the electric motor barely ever audible from inside the car and wind noise well suppressed until you get up to autobahn speeds. There's also very little road noise other than on really rough surfaces. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below From the driver's seat of the Q6 you feel quite enclosed by the wide centre console, the high dashboard and the relatively slim windscreen aperture. There's an unusual raised lip along the bottom edge of this windscreen that compounds this letterbox effect and if you like sitting low in the car, it means you can't see the bonnet at all. That removes a useful point of reference when threading through gaps. Advertisement - Article continues below The Q6 sits above the Q4 in Audi's range but it doesn't feel significantly more spacious inside than the smaller model. It's the first Audi to use the new PPE architecture that was developed with Porsche to also underpin the electric Porsche Macan and there's definitely a sporty feel to the interior of the Sportback, thanks in part to its slim glass area. The rear bench can seat two adults and has just about enough legroom for someone six-foot tall to sit behind a similarly tall driver. There's space under the front seats for your feet but the low roof is going to put anyone tall in contact with the headlining. The middle seat is on the slim side. The boot has a 511-litre capacity and what you lose in the Sportback conversion is really just height - the floor space is the same. There's a deep storage space beneath the floor that's easily big enough for the charging cables but if you've got a full load of luggage, there's also the 64-litre frunk (part of the optional Storage Pack) under the bonnet where you could put them. Fold the seats down and there's a 1,373-litre space to make use of. Advertisement - Article continues below Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below Quality is hard to fault with Audi's usual high class materials in evidence and the display screens ( an 11.9' instrument panel and a 14.5-inch touchscreen) offering crisp, clear graphics. The complex menu systems take some getting used to but there are shortcut buttons to disable the driver assistance tech and to choose the different driving modes. In terms of trim levels, the range opens with the Sport at £64,000. This has 19' wheels, sports seats, LED lighting all round and a heat pump to boost cold weather range. S line trim has 20' wheels and a load of sporty styling add-ons for £3,000 more. Then you have the fully-loaded Edition 1 for another £5,000. It gets 21' wheels and sports suspension, LED Matrix lights, and an extra touchscreen for the front passenger. Strangely, it's also the only version with electric front seat adjustment. The SQ6 flagship models only come in Edition 1 spec for over £95,000 but the other powertrain options can be had in any trim. As you can no doubt imagine, the costs mount-up quite quickly as you climb the range, but no premium electric SUV comes cheap. The closely related Porsche Macan Electric starts at £69,000 and will be a tempting alternative for Q6 e-tron Sportback customers. Otherwise the spacious Polestar 3 starts at around £70,000. Model: Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron Performance Edition 1 Price: £73,975 Powertrain: Single E-motor and 94.9kWh battery Power/torque: 302bhp / 485Nm Transmission: single-speed, rear-wheel drive 0-62mph: 6.7 seconds Top speed: 130mph EV range: 402 miles Size (L/W/H): 4,771/1,965/1,665mm On sale: Now Interested in an Audi Q6? Compare deals on Audi's EV SUV and its rivals with our Find A Car service... Share this on Twitter Share this on Facebook Email Citroen is plotting a new 2CV – but the risks are huge Citroen is plotting a new 2CV – but the risks are huge We talk to Citroen bosses on plans to reboot its icon – and do they go retro or futuristic? 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Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Review: Porsche's 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid is a technological marvel, but it may get stung by Trump's tariffs
Porsche's ( first electrified 911 is here, but it comes at a time of great concern for the iconic German brand. The 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid uses an innovative hybrid system that's much different from the hybrid approach used for the brand's non-sports cars, such as the Cayenne SUV or Panamera sedan. The T-Hybrid setup is more about performance than efficiency. Porsche realized its 911 customers would only switch to the T-Hybrid system if it significantly improved performance and maintained the exhaust note that only a flat-six-cylinder engine can produce. In this case, an electric motor attached to the turbocharger (eTurbo, as Porsche calls it) spools the turbos at an immense speed almost immediately, vastly reducing "turbo lag," meaning power comes on much sooner. The eTurbo's rotation can also generate power to feed back into the 1.9 kWh high-displacement battery. A second, more traditional motor is attached to the 911's PDK 8-speed transmission, providing instant torque to the drivetrain when needed. This motor can also send power back to the battery during braking and coasting. It also serves as the car's starter and alternator, thus saving weight. Total combined power from the system is a robust 533 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque, with the hybrid system producing 53 hp and 110 lb-ft of torque almost immediately and a lightning-quick sub-3-second 0-60 mph time. Porsche says the system gives the GTS EPA mileage of 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined), which is pretty good for a sports car. The base Carrera without the T-hybrid gets 18, 25, and 21 mpg combined, though it has much less power. But the big question: Does it drive like a 911 with its rear motor hanging over the rear axle characteristics? The short answer is a resounding yes, to an unnerving degree. Porsche invited me to drive the car at the Porsche Experience Center (PEC) and test track in Los Angeles. There, an instructor allowed me to push the car to its limits on both straightaways, an autocross handling area, and its 1.3-mile handling circuit. Read more: How your vehicle's make and model affect car insurance costs On the PEC acceleration straight, doing a launch control start still spun the rear wheels some, with the car leaping off the line in frenzy and the flat-six roaring behind me. I like speed, but this was scary. Taking the autocross section next meant tight handling, tight turns, and braking in a small box. The T-Hybrid made me want to push harder and harder to get across quicker, with the rear-wheel steering on offer making the vehicle seem smaller. The handling circuit is where we put the car all together, pushing the car to 7 or 8 tenths, as they say (10 tenths being reserved for the pros). The car charged through the straight with no discernible drops in power during upshifts — the strength of the hybrid system. It not only provides immediate thrust off the line but also smooths out any drops in power. The electric motor spooling up the turbos meant boost was always present, and the engine felt like it was always in its power band. With that amount of power on tap, the 1.3-mile course felt small. This being a 911, the car carved through both small and long curves, though the dynamics of the car's rearward weight bias meant being thoughtful about how I approached the corner, braked, and accelerated out without destabilizing the car. It's a rewarding experience. But some niggles. The T-Hybrid system means no manual transmission, which is a downer for the 911 faithful. The car also defaults to "auto start-stop" on, which means every time you stop the car while driving, the engine shuts off. It's a bit jarring when it kicks back on, and it kind of makes you wonder if the car is on when it's off. A lot of vehicles have this issue, but I will say it's a bit jarring in T-Hybrid. Fortunately, you can turn it off, but it must be done every time you start the car. Read more: The most common types of car insurance explained There's also no pure electric driving. The small battery is only meant for performance. It's not meant to be a Prius, but even the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, with a similar battery size, allows for a small amount of electric driving, such as in a parking garage or similar situation. That aside, this is the best, most technically advanced 911 that exists today, and it's a hybrid. That's pretty cool and gives an owner some bragging rights for owning the first T-hybrid ever. It will cost you, however. The 911 GTS T-Hybrid starts at $169,800, with our test vehicle in Cabriolet form hitting $194,665 with options. But this pricing doesn't include the effect of President Trump's 25% auto tariffs on foreign imports. Porsche, which makes all of its vehicles in Europe, has not moved prices yet, though the company has said that it may pass some of these costs on to buyers. Whether it will and in what fashion remains to be seen. Second and third quarter sales reports will show whether tariffs hurt Porsche's sales in the US, and the company expects it will. But that doesn't mean this car isn't a winner. It's the best all-rounder in the 911 lineup, a grand touring car that can also attack a closed road course. Just make sure to get some pointers from a PEC instructor before unleashing this hybrid beast. Pras Subramanian is a reporter for Yahoo Finance. You can follow him on X and on Instagram. Sign in to access your portfolio
