The Porsche Taycan has always been a fascinating blend of performance and innovation, but the new 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S takes this to an extraordinary level. Inspired by the mystique and beauty of jade, the Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade is a one-off creation born from Porsche’s exclusive Sonderwunsch program. This unique model not only showcases the pinnacle of electric vehicle technology but also pays homage to the vibrant culture of Southeast Asia.
Jade, a gemstone revered for centuries, is formed deep within the Earth through a process of intense pressure and heat over millennia. This transformative journey, resulting in a stone of varied green hues, alongside yellows, golds, whites, and blues, mirrors Porsche’s own evolution in automotive excellence. The Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade embodies this metamorphosis, taking the already exceptional 2024 Taycan Turbo S and elevating it into a bespoke work of art.
The unveiling of this spectacular vehicle is set for September 5th in Singapore at a regional Taycan launch event. Following its debut, the Celestial Jade will tour Southeast Asia, showcasing Porsche’s commitment to the region before being auctioned in 2025 for charitable causes. This one-off model is based on the significantly upgraded 2024 Taycan Turbo S, which boasts enhanced power, extended range, quicker acceleration, and faster charging capabilities – solidifying its position as a leader in the electric vehicle market. The Turbo S variant now delivers up to a staggering 700 kW (952 PS) of peak power with Launch Control, rocketing from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.4 seconds, a remarkable 0.4 seconds faster than its predecessor.
Chromaflair Paint: A Symphony of Colors
One of the most striking features of the 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade is its groundbreaking Chromaflair paint finish. For the first time, Porsche has masterfully blended two Chromaflair effect paints, a process that demanded a year of meticulous development and approximately 80 hours of handcrafted artistry.
Chromaflair pigments are composed of incredibly thin flakes that create a mesmerizing color shift effect depending on the viewing angle. These flakes feature a reflective aluminum core encased in a transparent, glass-like layer, with varying thicknesses dictating the perceived color. To put this in perspective, these flakes are a mere 1 micrometer thick, fifty times thinner than a human hair. This gradient paint adorns not only the body but also extends to the rear model designation, the “Electric” logo, and even the key fob cover, ensuring a cohesive and breathtaking aesthetic.
The chosen color palette, “Urban Bamboo,” a vibrant green with yellow and gold undertones, and “Shifting Carbon,” a deep grey with black and blue hints, perfectly embodies the “Celestial Jade” name. Jade, especially in Asian cultures, symbolizes nobility, tradition, happiness, and longevity. Conversely, carbon fiber represents Porsche’s pioneering spirit, its presence in motorsport, and its inherent qualities of robustness, lightness, and durability. This duality of colors and materials perfectly encapsulates the essence of the 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade.
LongMa Logo and Carbon Fiber Accents: Symbolic Details
Beyond the captivating Chromaflair paint, the Celestial Jade edition features a bespoke logo, the “LongMa,” strategically placed throughout the vehicle. This mythical creature, with the head of a dragon (“Long”) and the body of a horse (“Ma”), is a powerful symbol of strength, good fortune, and auspiciousness. The LongMa logo adds a layer of cultural significance, especially as 2024 marks the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Dragon. Furthermore, “Taycan” itself has Turkish roots meaning “Young Horse,” creating a harmonious blend of symbolism within this special edition. The LongMa logo is prominently displayed on the front and rear door sill guards, door projectors, and headrests.
Complementing the unique paintwork are carbon-weave finish components in varnished carbon fiber. These replace the standard Turbonite-colored inlays on the front bumper, side skirts, and rear diffuser. Even the airblades on the wheels are crafted from this special, handcrafted material. The varnish allows the carbon fiber’s intricate weave to shimmer through, creating dynamic hues depending on the viewing angle, further enhancing the car’s exclusive appeal.
“Leather to Sample” Interior: Unprecedented Customization
The 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade also marks the premiere of “Leather to Sample” for the Taycan model line through the Sonderwunsch program. While Porsche already offers ten standard leather and 15 seam colors for the Taycan, “Leather to Sample” expands customization possibilities significantly. For the Celestial Jade, Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur interior specialists combined the standard Slate Grey with “Leather to Sample” Englishgreen. This sophisticated dark green hue graces the doors, center console, and both front and rear seats, creating a luxurious and unique cabin environment. The “Leather to Sample” program offers approximately 150 colors, and for truly bespoke requests, “Leather to Sample Plus” allows for virtually any color choice, subject to feasibility checks by Porsche experts.
Sonderwunsch: Crafting Automotive Dreams
The Sonderwunsch program represents Porsche’s commitment to fulfilling the most individual customer desires. Reinterpreting a legendary program from the late 1970s, Sonderwunsch enables customers to co-create truly unique, one-off vehicles, expertly crafted by Porsche. This expanded program encompasses not just factory commissioning of custom colors and materials but also Factory Re-Commissioning and Factory One-Off services for existing Porsche vehicles.
For those seeking unparalleled personalization, the Sonderwunsch program offers a gateway to automotive dreams. Customers can initiate the process through their Porsche Centre, and for requests beyond the standard configurator, a personal consultation at Zuffenhausen or other international locations like Atlanta or Los Angeles is arranged. Porsche experts then evaluate the feasibility of these bespoke requests, ranging from custom leather luggage compartments to multi-colored exterior paintwork using advanced techniques.
The 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Celestial Jade is a testament to the possibilities of the Sonderwunsch program and the remarkable capabilities of the updated Taycan Turbo S. It’s a fusion of cutting-edge electric performance, bespoke artistry, and cultural inspiration, destined to be a highly sought-after collector’s item after its auction in 2025. This one-off model truly embodies Porsche’s dedication to innovation, luxury, and personalized automotive experiences.
