Manthey-Spec Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Smashes Nürburgring Record by 12 Seconds

The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT was already one of the most aggressive electric performance cars ever built — and now, it’s officially in a league of its own. With the new Manthey performance kit bolted on, Porsche’s flagship EV has lapped the legendary Nürburgring 12 seconds faster than before, snatching the title of the quickest production electric executive car to ever conquer the “Green Hell.”

For an EV that already pushes physics to its limits, this latest upgrade takes things to a whole new level.

When Weissach Just Isn’t Enough

Porsche’s Weissach package is already designed for extreme drivers — the kind who want a track-ready Taycan that can embarrass exotics on a road course. But for a small group of customers, even that wasn’t enough.

That’s where Manthey Racing steps in.

A long-time partner of Porsche on its most extreme builds, Manthey has now developed a dedicated kit for the Taycan Turbo GT, transforming it into the most track-focused version of the supersedan ever made. The result? A staggering new Nürburgring lap time and a brutal piece of electric engineering.

The New Nürburgring Record

With Porsche development driver Lars Kern behind the wheel, the Manthey-spec Taycan Turbo GT (with both the Weissach and Manthey packages) lapped the 12.9-mile Nürburgring in:

6:55.553

That’s 12 seconds quicker than the Weissach-only version, which had previously set the bar at 7:07.55.

To put the achievement in context:

• The previous record-holder for second-fastest EV at the ‘Ring is now the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra with the Track package, at 7:04.957
• The Manthey-spec Taycan beats it by nearly 10 full seconds
• This makes the Taycan Turbo GT the fastest production electric executive car around one of the world’s toughest circuits

For an EV pushing more than two tons of weight around a track that punishes every kilogram, that’s a remarkable feat.

What the Manthey Kit Actually Adds

Manthey didn’t just slap on a wing and call it a day. The new package transforms nearly every performance-related part of the Taycan Turbo GT.

Here’s a breakdown of the major upgrades:

Aerodynamics

• Triple the downforce of the standard Taycan Turbo GT
• Up to 1,631 pounds of negative lift at top speed
• Larger one-piece front lip
• Carbon-fiber fender flares
• Wider side skirts
• Massive rear wing
• Revised front and rear diffusers
• Underbody aero refinements

Wheels and Brakes

• Signature Manthey rear aerodisc wheels
• 21-inch forged wheels — wider yet lighter than stock
• Optional street-legal track tires
• Larger front brake rotors
• Upgraded brake pads for better fade resistance

Chassis Upgrades

• Retuned Active Ride suspension
• Revised steering calibration
• Updated all-wheel-drive system tuning

It’s a comprehensive overhaul, designed to keep up with the car’s enormous power and turn its weight into an advantage rather than a liability.

More Power, More Torque

Porsche didn’t leave the powertrain untouched either. The Manthey-spec Taycan Turbo GT now features an upgraded pulse inverter that raises the maximum current from 1,100 to 1,300 amps. The result is more usable power across multiple driving modes.

Here’s how the output stacks up:

• Launch mode peak power: 1,019 hp (unchanged)
• Launch mode peak torque: 936 lb-ft (up by 22 lb-ft)
• Attack mode: 978 hp
• Standard mode: 804 hp
• Top speed: 192 mph

The peak horsepower may stay the same in Launch mode, but the bigger story is how much more accessible and aggressive the car feels under everyday hard driving — particularly during long high-speed sections like the Nürburgring’s Döttinger Höhe.

Built for Drivers Who Take Lap Times Personally

The Manthey kit clearly isn’t aimed at casual buyers. It’s targeted at:

• Track-day enthusiasts
• Collectors who want the rarest, most extreme Porsche EVs
• Wealthy owners who want bragging rights at high-end driving events
• Drivers obsessed with shaving every last tenth off their lap times

This is a car built for people who consider stopwatch performance just as important as luxury.

How Much Will It Cost?

Porsche hasn’t officially confirmed the price of the Manthey kit yet, but the math hints at something serious. The 2026 Taycan Turbo GT with the Weissach package already starts at $245,950.

Adding Manthey’s catalog of carbon parts, aero pieces, brakes, suspension tuning, and powertrain upgrades is sure to push the total well above that — likely into territory that puts it in the same conversation as supercars and limited-edition track machines.

For buyers looking for the most extreme version of an electric Porsche ever built, though, price will probably matter less than the badge — and the bragging rights.

Why This Record Matters

This isn’t just a marketing stunt. The new Nürburgring time is a meaningful milestone for the entire EV industry for several reasons:

• It proves that electric cars can rival the fastest internal-combustion sedans at the world’s most demanding track
• It shows how performance EV development is now squarely focused on aero and chassis tuning, not just raw power
• It signals that Porsche is doubling down on EVs as performance machines, not just luxury cruisers
• It pushes rivals like Xiaomi, Tesla, Lucid, and BMW to up their game

In short, the Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey isn’t just fast — it’s a statement.

Final Thoughts

The Manthey-spec Porsche Taycan Turbo GT is a glimpse into the future of performance EVs. With more downforce, sharper handling, smarter chassis tuning, and a freshly broken Nürburgring record, Porsche is reminding the industry exactly who built the playbook for high-performance sports cars.

Whether you’re a hardcore EV fan, a Porsche purist, or just someone who appreciates engineering at its absolute peak, this latest version of the Taycan Turbo GT is a serious piece of machinery. It’s not just one of the fastest electric cars in the world — it’s now officially the fastest production electric executive car to ever take on the Green Hell.

And given Porsche and Manthey’s history together, this almost certainly won’t be the last record they break.