Porsche’s vehicles are renowned for their performance, but for enthusiasts seeking to maximize their track experience, the Manthey Racing team offers a compelling upgrade. Located near the Nürburgring, Manthey Racing, a majority-owned subsidiary of Porsche since 2013, specializes in enhancing Porsche models for track use. Their latest offering is the Manthey Kit, specifically designed for the 2024 Taycan Turbo GT.
Performance Enhancements
The Manthey Kit is tailored for the Taycan Turbo GT equipped with the factory-installed Weissach package. This package incorporates lightweight features such as carbon-fiber trim and thinner glass, contributing to a reduced overall weight. With these modifications, the Taycan’s acceleration improves, achieving 0-60 mph in just 2.1 seconds, down from 2.2 seconds.
Nürburgring Lap Time Reduction
Porsche factory driver Lars Kern recently showcased the kit’s capabilities by completing a lap of the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 6 minutes, 55.553 seconds, a significant improvement over the previous time of 7 minutes, 7.5 seconds. This 12-second reduction highlights the Manthey Kit’s effectiveness in enhancing the Taycan’s performance on the track.
Aerodynamic Improvements
The kit includes several aerodynamic enhancements, such as new body extensions, front wheel arch louvers, a larger rear wing, and modified underbody diffusers. These changes increase downforce significantly, from 209 lbs (95 kg) at 124 mph (200 km/h) to 638 lbs (290 kg) with the Manthey Kit. At top speed, the Taycan generates an impressive 1,631 lbs (740 kg) of downforce.
Powertrain Modifications
In addition to aerodynamic upgrades, the Manthey Kit optimizes the Taycan’s powertrain. The maximum current has been increased by 30% to 1,300 A, raising nominal power to 804 hp (600 kW). The kit also features an “attack mode,” which boosts power to 978 hp (730 kW) for short bursts. While the launch control power remains at 1,019 hp (760 kW), peak torque has increased by 22 lb-ft (30 Nm) to 936 lb-ft (1,270 Nm).
As stated by Kern, “The Manthey Kit turns the Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package into the ultimate track tool.” This upgrade not only enhances stability and confidence during high-speed sections but also reestablishes Porsche’s dominance in electric vehicle lap records at the Nürburgring, reclaiming the title from BYD’s Yangwang U9.
Pricing details for the Manthey Kit have yet to be announced, but the base Taycan Turbo GT with the Weissach package starts at $243,700.
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