It is amazing how much a set can make a difference.
Car enthusiasts love nothing more than making their car their own. We’re referring to customization. The dramatic results of changing the wheels can be quite amazing. This white Porsche Taycan Turbo S is an example of this, which has been fitted with a brand new set Vossen wheels. These are Vossen S17-04 forged tires, in Satin Black.
The 20-spoke design stands out from anything Porsche has to offer, at least for the Taycan Turbo S. It is also a stark contrast to the Taycan Turbo S’s range-topping model. Each of the three Mission E wheels measures 21 inches and is a variation on the five-spoke shape.
Although the entry-level Taycan 4S Turbo editions come with 10-spoke Sport Aero wheels (but not as visually striking as the Vossens black Vossens), they offer the same quality of the Turbo editions. The video doesn’t mention the wheel size, but if you look closely at the photos you can see that these wheels are 22 inches. Vossen has the S17-04 available in sizes from 19 to 24 inches.
Although plus-sized wheels are not uncommon in the aftermarket market, it is not unusual for them to be larger. However, larger wheels can often have a negative effect on performance. A larger diameter means more rotational mass which drains more power from an engine. The Taycan Turbo S does not have an engine. It has two electric motors. One turns the front wheels, and the other for the rear.
The Turbo S’s instant-on torque is one of the many benefits of electric power. This means that the Turbo S can spin at 774 pound-feet (1.049 Newton-meters), with just a touch of the accelerator pedal. We doubt that a Vossen-equipped Taycan will suffer any tiny power penalty by spinning 22-inch wheels.
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. We don’t often pick a car for its wheels. So we are curious about how our Motor1.com readers feel. Although the Taycan is a fully-electric hyper sedan, it’s not without controversy. It still delivers exceptional performance. Are these 20-spoke, all-black wheels enough to do justice to the Taycan? Or is it better to have a set factory five-spokes instead?