Current Porsche Taycan (Base) Black Edition – Ultimate Guide
Porsche’s Taycan has long stood as one of the defining electric sports sedans of its generation, blending the brand’s performance heritage with cutting-edge EV tech. With the introduction of the Taycan Black Edition variants, Porsche has taken that recipe and sharpened both its visual and equipment appeal, giving three distinct versions — the Base Black Edition, Taycan 4 Black Edition, and Taycan 4S Black Edition — a stealthy, more complete package straight from the factory.
At its core, the Taycan Black Edition is more than just cosmetic flair. All Black Edition models come equipped with Porsche’s Performance Battery Plus — a larger battery that boosts range and energy capacity compared to the standard pack. That means drivers get more usable range without having to tick an option box, alongside an enhanced list of standard tech and comfort features normally reserved for pricey options. Black exterior accents, gloss black trim, HD-Matrix LED headlights, and 21-inch wheels give the Black Edition a purposefully dark, cohesive look that feels more expensive than its price tag suggests.
The base Black Edition Taycan retains the rear-wheel drive layout that defines Porsche’s entry-level electric sedan, but thanks to the Performance Battery Plus it now makes around 429 hp and delivers significantly improved range over the non-Black Edition equivalent. This model’s focus is on pure electric driving enjoyment and sophistication, with Porsche Electric Sport Sound adding character to every drive.
The rear-wheel-drive Taycan Black Edition serves as the foundational model of the series, combining a traditional sports car feel with modern luxury. Because the Performance Battery Plus comes standard, its output is boosted to 429 hp, allowing it to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. This variant starts at approximately $120,600, which includes premium upgrades like the SportDesign package, high-gloss black window trims, and a black interior accent package that would cost significantly more if optioned individually. It provides an EPA-estimated range of roughly 318 miles, making it an ideal choice for drivers who prioritize distance and style over raw speed.
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Sporty, elegant looks and increased standard equipment: The 2026 Taycan Black Edition sedans
10/07/2025 Porsche is introducing the Taycan Black Edition sedan models, visually enhanced throughout with special exterior and interior touches, these special-edition variants feature larger Performance Battery Plus batteries, and an enhanced list of equipment as standard.
Combining premium looks, comfort, and performance options under one label, the Black Edition is more than a sum of its parts. Visually, the SportDesign package, the side window trims and the model designation at the rear are all finished in high gloss black – the accents on the exterior and interior emphasizing the sporty, elegant appearance of the new models. High gloss black exterior mirrors in combination with other exterior paint finishes are available only on the Black Edition models. Additional standard equipment includes the rear light strip with illuminated black Porsche logo, black interior accent package, the storage package and the black brushed illuminated aluminum door sill guards. .
One of the highlights of the Black Edition models, is the larger Performance Battery Plus, which is optional for the Taycan, Taycan 4 and Taycan 4S, as standard on all three Taycan Black Edition variants. The greater gross energy capacity of 105 kWh benefits both the driving performance and range.
In addition, the following list of normally optional equipment comes as standard on Black Edition models: Lane Change Assist, Surround View including Active Parking Assist, 21-inch wheels with center caps featuring the full-color Porsche crest, HD-Matrix Design LED headlights, puddle light projectors that show the Porsche logo, 14-way comfort seats including memory function, Porsche crest on the headrests, a BOSE® Surround Sound System including Dolby Atmos, Porsche Electric Sport Sound, Storage package, and black embossed leather trim. The Taycan also features an exclusive badge in the center console bearing the ‘Black Edition’ designation.
Extensive color options available
While it may be called the Black Edition, black isn’t the only available color: when configuring these special-edition models, all exterior paints in the Contrasts and Shades category can be selected at no extra charge, these include Jet Black Metallic, Volcano Grey Metallic, Dolomite Silver Metallic and Ice Grey Metallic. Customers can also optionally choose a color from the Legends and Dreams paint categories or take advantage of the extensive customization options offered by the Paint to Sample and Paint to Sample Plus programs. There are also options for the interior, including leather in Slate Grey or a two-tone design.
Special Black Edition package on request and further personalization
The extended Black Edition package exclusively includes ‘Black Edition’ lettering on the front doors, as well as illuminated door sill guards and a vehicle key set with case also featuring matching lettering. The cars can be made truly unique with the help of the Sonderwunsch program. Numerous interior components, marked with the personalization symbol in the Porsche Car Configurator, can be customized, and then visualized there in real time. Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur realizes these equipment details with great attention to detail and outstanding craftsmanship.
