Porsche Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey Kit Smashes Nürburgring Record: 6:55.533

On May 8, 2026, Porsche development driver Lars Kern took a Taycan Turbo GT equipped with the Manthey Performance Parts kit and stormed around the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 6 minutes and 55.533 seconds. The lap not only reclaims the title of “fastest luxury production EV” but also slashes a stunning 12 seconds off the standard Taycan Turbo GT‘s previous best. Crucially, it beats the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra production version’s mark of 7:04.957 by nearly 9 seconds, decisively returning the electric saloon crown to Stuttgart.

The 20.8‑km “Green Hell” demands more than raw power, and the Manthey kit transforms the car into a track-focused weapon. Aerodynamic upgrades—including a fixed carbon‑fibre rear wing, a reprofiled front splitter and an aggressive rear diffuser—triple the car‘s downforce with almost no drag penalty. To sustain performance, engineers also optimised the 800V battery management system, raising peak current from 1,100A to 1,300A. This avoids the thermal throttling that plagues many EVs on a full lap, allowing the car to hit 310 km/h on the Döttinger Höhe straight.

Manthey‘s adjustable race suspension, aggressive camber tuning and high‑temperature brake components give the Taycan Turbo GT cornering precision and stopping power that belie its four‑door executive body.

For reference, the lap time not only beats the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra and BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme (6:59.157) but also outruns the legendary Porsche 918 Spyder (approx. 6:57) — a jaw‑dropping feat for a mass‑produced luxury saloon.

In Hong Kong, the 2024 Taycan Turbo GT starts at HK$1,998,000. Factory installation of the complete Manthey Racing package will likely add hundreds of thousands of dollars, but for owners who regularly track their cars, the reliability and integration of a factory‑approved kit are priceless.

This record proves that Porsche‘s commitment to dynamic excellence extends seamlessly into the electric era. While a handful of dedicated EV prototypes may occasionally achieve faster times, the Taycan Turbo GT Manthey Edition demonstrates that a genuine production car — one you can drive to the track, lap mercilessly, and drive home — remains the truest expression of performance leadership.