Top Porsche Battery Questions Answered

Your Porsche’s battery technology is an engineering marvel. Proprietary technological battery advancements can be found in the ground-breaking Porsche Taycan, your Porsche key fob, Porsche battery tender, and in the ever-popular Porsche Cayenne and Porsche 911. With so many resources on the internet, Porsche Walnut Creek thought it best to cut through all the hype and provide you with a detailed explanation of a few common inquiries our certified Porsche technicians receive from current and future Porsche partners.

Below, we’ll deconstruct the Porsche Taycan EV battery, how to and when to replace your Porsche key fob battery, and discuss battery location and replacement in both the Porsche Cayenne and Porsche 911. If, after reading, you have more questions and would prefer to speak to someone directly, someone with first-hand knowledge of Porsche automobiles, call Porsche Walnut Creek Porsche Center at (925) 504-4950. If you prefer an in-person impromptu discussion, we’re located at 2555 N. Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94597. Let’s jump into those details.

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Porsche Taycan EV Performance Battery Details

The Porsche Performance Battery can be found in all Porsche Taycan Electric vehicles. Its voltage system holds up to 800 volts, providing the Porsche Taycan with all the necessary power it demands. The Porsche Taycan battery can be found underneath the center of the vehicle. This provides for a stable center of gravity that aids in propulsion and agility while on Concord roads.

The Porsche Taycan battery is housed in a waterproof steel component; its frame is constructed of lightweight aluminum. All of this contributes to the relative lightness of the Taycan while also allowing it to sit lower to Berkeley streets. Let’s look at a list of Porsche Taycan electric vehicles by trim, the specific Porsche Performance Battery it comes with, and each electrical consumption:

Porsche Performance Battery

• Taycan with Performance battery: electricity consumption combined 26.4 kWh/100 km (NEDC); 23.5 – 19.6 kWh/100 km (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km (NEDC); 0 g/km (WLTP)

• Taycan 4S with Performance battery: electricity consumption combined 25.4 kWh/100 km (NEDC); 24.0 – 19.8 kWh/100 km (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km

Porsche Performance Battery Plus

• Taycan with Performance battery Plus: electricity consumption combined 27.0 kWh/100 km (NEDC); 23.9 – 20.4 kWh/100 km (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km (NEDC); 0 g/km (WLTP)

• Taycan 4S with Performance battery Plus: electricity consumption combined 25.8 kWh/100 km (NEDC); 24.1 – 20.4 kWh/100 km (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km

• Taycan Turbo S: electricity consumption combined 26.0 kWh/100 km (NEDC); 23.4 – 21.9 kWh/100 km (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km

• Taycan Turbo: electricity consumption combined 26.0 kWh/100 km (NEDC); 23.6 – 20.2 kWh/100 km (WLTP); Combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km

Porsche Key Fob Battery Replacement Near Concord

If your key fob isn’t working at all, it may be due to your vehicle’s battery being low, the key fob itself (not its battery) being faulty, or the keyless system itself may be faulty. If you’re noticing a delay in reaction time between your attempt to communicate with your Porsche, with your car key sensor, it may be time to replace your key fob battery.

If you’d prefer a certified Porsche technician to diagnose and correct the problem, contact Porsche Walnut Creek when you can. We’ll get you scheduled and you’ll be back on your way. Maybe you’re looking for yet another DIY project to fill your Alamo weekends. If so, replacing your Porsche key fob should only take you a few minutes. Of course, exact instructions can vary so be sure to reference your owner's manual for details. In the meantime, here are the general instructions: 

Steps to Replace Your Porsche Key Fob:

1. Remove the outer casing of your Porsche key fob

2. You should see a small black cover.

3. Grab your flathead screwdriver and remove it.

4. Turn the key fob over and your battery will fall out easily.

5. Place the replacement battery where the old one was. 

6. Put the black cover back over the battery. 

7. Lastly, add back the outer casing to your Porsche key fob. 

If you’ve followed the steps above and your Porsche key fob still isn’t working optimally, it might be time for an expert to take a look at it. Schedule a service appointment online. Then, set your key fob down and enjoy the rest of your weekend. Let the Porsche Walnut Creek Service Center handle it when it's convenient for you.

Porsche Cayenne & Porsche 911 Battery Location & Replacement | Bay Area, CA

If you’re new to Porsche, then you’ll know that there is nothing ordinary about your vehicle’s design. This includes where your Porsche’s battery is located and how to access it. The Porsche Walnut Creek Service Center is often asked where or how one can access the battery. We’ve listed two of the top Porsche models visitors request battery information about. We hope it helps you along your journey somehow. Now, it can get complicated, but no advanced degrees are required for you to locate and charge your Porsche Cayenne or Porsche 911, if necessary.

Most people just want to know where it is and how to access it should there ever be a need to on their Alamo errands, and we understand fully. We’ll discuss the Porsche Cayenne first, then the Porsche 911. Visit the Porsche Walnut Creek Parts Department to order the correct battery for your Cayenne or 911. If you’re under warranty, this may be a requirement. Contact us directly if you’re unsure before you attempt to purchase an aftermarket battery and install it in your Porsche. 

Porsche Cayenne Battery Location

• The battery in your Porsche Cayenne is under the driver’s side seat. You’ll need to remove the seat in order to replace the battery. However, if you only need to jump your Cayenne, you can do so without the battery.

Porsche 911 Battery Location

• The battery in your Porsche 911 is behind your frunk, which is the front trunk. You’ll remove the panel and your battery will be to the left. You’ll place the red positive charge on the red post. Before you proceed, do not place the black negative clamp on the negative post on your Porsche’s battery. This can damage your vehicle. Instead, the black negative post can be found at the right of this, nearly at the edge of the engine space.

Visit Porsche Walnut Creek for All Your Porsche Battery Questions

Porsche drivers all around Pleasant Hill and Port Costa have come to depend on Porsche Walnut Creek for all their Porsche needs. If your Porsche needs Porsche parts, we can help procure those for you. Visit us for routine battery maintenance for your vehicle, its key fob, or if you’re just curious about the location of your particular Porsche’s battery. Be sure to reach out to a member of our team for exact Porsche battery replacement cost information before you need it. We look forward to partnering with you to keep your Porsche operating efficiently on Walnut Creek roads.