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Rebuilt units from £5,000
Common codes: EBG, PAD-901-141-X, 9J1-901-141-AX
Rebuilt units from £30,000
Common codes: 9J1 Battery, PB+ 93kWh, PB+ 105kWh
Rebuilt units from £4,500
Common codes: PAD-901-143, Front EBG, Auxiliary Motor
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The cards below cover the main electric drive units and battery systems fitted to the Porsche Taycan in the UK, including documented failure causes, variant production years, and typical rebuilt drive unit costs based on current UK market data.
Production History
Known Failures
Specs
Electric · Rear Drive Unit · 530hp · Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Replacement Cost
Typical UK rebuilt drive unit: £5,000-£15,000 (supply only)
Production History
Known Failures
Specs
Lithium-Ion · 93kWh/105kWh · 800V Architecture · Liquid-Cooled
Replacement Cost
Typical UK battery exchange: £30,000-£48,000 (supply only, core return reduces cost by ~£6,000)
Production History
Known Failures
Specs
Electric · Rear Drive Unit · 530-680hp · OEM Porsche Specification
Replacement Cost
Typical UK rebuilt OEM unit: £6,000-£16,000 (supply only)
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Every drive unit and battery code fitted to the Porsche Taycan across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Porsche Taycan variants.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Porsche Taycan variants.
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The Porsche Taycan's electric powertrain is generally robust, but high-voltage components like the EBG rear drive unit and Performance Battery Plus packs can develop...
Every rebuilt engine includes a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty.
Why Early EBG Units Fail Prematurely
Production Years: 2020 - 2021
Engine: EBG drive unit
Typical failure window
Rear motor bearing wear accelerated by thermal cycling and high-load driving patterns on early production units.
| Repair Tier | Dealer Price | Specialist Price | What It Involves | Longevity / Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intermediate - Bearing Replacement Intermediate | £3,500 - £6,000 | £2,000 - £4,000 | Disassemble drive unit, replace bearings, reseal, software recalibration | Viable only if caught early before rotor damage; not suitable for high-mileage units |
Full Replacement - Rebuilt EBG Unit Best Value | £12,000 - £18,000 | £5,000 - £15,000 | Supply & fit complete rebuilt drive unit with upgraded bearings, bench tested, 12-month warranty | Recommended for units with rotor damage or over 70k miles; restores full performance |
On a Taycan 4S worth £40,000-£60,000, if bearing noise is detected early and the unit is under 60k miles, specialist bearing replacement may offer good value. For higher mileage or confirmed rotor damage, a rebuilt EBG unit is the more reliable long-term solution.
Every Porsche Taycan drive unit and battery type is available through our UK network, with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code and budget.
Porsche Taycan Reconditioned Engines (Recon)£5,500 - £16,000(supply only)
Porsche Taycan Rebuilt Engines£6,000 - £18,000(supply only)
Porsche Taycan Used Engines£4,000 - £12,000(supply only)
Porsche Taycan Remanufactured Engines£7,000 - £20,000(supply only)
Complete drive unit replacement service including labour, coding, and post-installation testing.
Every electric drive unit and battery capacity fitted to the Porsche Taycan is listed, with compatible engine codes, years and common failure notes.
The EBG rear drive unit powered the Taycan 4S and Cross Turismo variants from launch, delivering 530hp through Porsche's innovative two-speed transmission and 800V architecture for rapid charging and sustained performance.
| ENGINE CODE(S) | EBG, PAD-901-141-X, 9J1-901-141-AX, BX, CX |
| COMPATIBLE MODELS (UK) | Taycan 4S (Y1A, 2020-2023), Taycan Cross Turismo 4/4S (2021-2023), Taycan GTS (2021-2023), Taycan base RWD |
| PRODUCTION YEARS | 2021-2023 |
Rear motor bearing wear on early 2020-2021 units; coolant circuit leaks affecting thermal management
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Fuel Type
Choose your Porsche Taycan drive unit or battery system by type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from the entry-level 4S to the flagship Turbo S Cross Turismo.
The Porsche Taycan is exclusively battery-electric, with rear and front drive units paired with Performance Battery or Performance Battery Plus packs across all UK variants.
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This section covers all major drive unit and battery changes across the Taycan's production timeline, organised so owners can quickly identify their powertrain and compare rebuilt replacement prices from UK specialists.
A rebuilt Porsche Taycan rear drive unit typically costs £5,000-£15,000 supply-only, while battery pack replacement ranges from £30,000-£48,000. Core return on batteries can reduce cost by ~£6,000.
Early EBG drive units (2020-2021) can develop bearing wear due to thermal cycling and high-load driving, typically appearing after 50,000-80,000 miles with whining noise from the rear axle.
Individual battery modules can sometimes be replaced for isolated faults, but widespread degradation or multiple module failures typically require full battery pack exchange via the core return programme.
Late-production (2022-2023) Taycan 4S and GTS models with revised EBG specifications show the best reliability balance, benefiting from accumulated engineering refinements before the facelift.
With proper maintenance, Taycan drive units can exceed 150,000 miles, though bearing wear on early units may require attention around 60,000-80,000 miles for optimal longevity.
For Taycans valued over £35,000, a £5,000-£15,000 rebuilt drive unit typically offers better value than selling at a fault-affected price, especially with a 12-month warranty included.
The 105kWh Performance Battery Plus (facelift) offers ~13% more capacity, improved thermal management, and faster charging versus the 93kWh PB+ found in pre-facelift Taycan models.
Front drive units (PAD-901-143) on AWD Taycans fail less frequently than rear EBG units, with most issues relating to sensors or connectors rather than core motor components.
Taycan drive unit replacement requires HV-certified specialists due to 800V high-voltage systems; DIY fitting is strongly discouraged and may void warranties or insurance.
Yes - all rebuilt and reconditioned Taycan drive units supplied through EngineMarket include a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty from UK specialists.
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