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Michael Mauer

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Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo

In this version at $176,300 incl. VAT, plus variable costs

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Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo

$176,300

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My Dream Porsche

by Michael Mauer

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Michael Mauer has been chief designer for Porsche for almost 20 years. It means that not only has he been involved in the development of all the current Porsche models, Michael’s influence has pervaded across many more of the company’s cars, including the introduction of the Cayman, Macan and Taycan models. He has also been responsible for the design of every 911 model since he started work at Porsche.

Just like moving into a new house, a big part of the fun when buying a new car is the chance to design it to suit your own tastes.

Michael Mauer holding a small car model in his chosen color in his handsMichael Mauer drawing the side view of a car on a piece of paper

And here, just for you, Michael turns his attention to using the power of the Porsche Car Configurator to build his perfect Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo. He tells us why he made the decisions he did as well as revealing insights into what his job as the chief designer for Porsche entails.

Michael Mauer using a Porsche configurator on a tablet
view of the car from top
Michael Mauer is choosing his exterior color by selecting one of many different colored car models

Exterior Color

Alex Grey

“For my build I chose Paint To Sample Alexgrey. It’s not a super bright colour and at first you may think, is it a green or is it a grey? But that’s because it has many facets that change depending on the weather and how the lights fall on it. There are also a lot of black exterior parts that I have chosen, and they harmonise wonderfully with the rest of the exterior.”

“Speaking as a designer, there is no rim that’s too big, there are only rims that are too small. So it was relatively simple – it had to be the largest rims.”

Car view from the side
Michael Mauer using the Porsche configurator on a tablet to have a look at the wheels
21" Cross Turismo Design Wheels

Wheels

21" Cross Turismo Design Wheels

“And, as with body colours, there are of course certain colours that suit a certain type of vehicle better and that support its proportions. I already have my favourite rims, which fit particularly well with this Taycan. I wouldn’t want to put them on a 911. They are more specific and suitable for this vehicle type.”

Car interior
Michael Mauer using a model car in the chosen exterior color and different samples for the interior decor to find the best match

Interior Color

Leather Interior in Black

“When it comes to designing an interior, I’m always concerned with – how should I express this – being distracted as little as possible when I am driving. That’s why I prefer subtle and dark interiors. I love driving and one important thing for me is to have a minimum amount of distraction in the interior. Here I chose the stitching as a contrast. I think it’s very harmonious and won’t distract from the driving. The B-pillars, meanwhile, are finished in Race-Tex and I’ve incorporated the accent package in dark silver.”

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Exterior Color

Alex Grey

21" Cross Turismo Design Wheels

Wheels

21" Cross Turismo Design Wheels

Interior Color

Leather Interior in Black

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My Dream Porsche

Option details

Exterior Color

Alex Grey

Wheels

21" Cross Turismo Design Wheels

21" Cross Turismo Design Wheels

Deviated Leather Color / Deviated Stitching Color

Deviated Stitching Color Selection

Deviated Stitching Color Selection

Wheel Colors

Wheels Painted in Satin Black

Wheels Painted in Satin Black

Interior Color

Leather Interior in Black

Paint / Exterior Color

Paint to Sample Color Selection

Paint to Sample Color Selection

Seats

Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) with Comfort Memory

Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) with Comfort Memory

Exterior

Exterior Mirror Upper Trim in Carbon Fiber

Exterior Mirror Upper Trim in Carbon Fiber

Window Trim in High Gloss Black

Window Trim in High Gloss Black

Exterior Inlays in High Gloss Black

Exterior Inlays in High Gloss Black

Rear Windshield Wiper Trim in High Gloss Black

Rear Windshield Wiper Trim in High Gloss Black

Exterior Decals and Logos

Model Designation on Rear in High Gloss Black

Model Designation on Rear in High Gloss Black

Performance

Single-Speed Transmission on the Front Axle, 2-Speed Transmission on the Rear Axle

Single-Speed Transmission on the Front Axle, 2-Speed Transmission on the Rear Axle

Rear Axle Steering

Rear Axle Steering

Porsche Design Subsecond Clock

Porsche Design Subsecond Clock

Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB) with Calipers in High Gloss Black

Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB) with Calipers in High Gloss Black

Lights and Vision

HD-Matrix Design LED Headlights in Glacier Blue

HD-Matrix Design LED Headlights in Glacier Blue

Light Strip with Illuminated "PORSCHE" Logo

Light Strip with Illuminated "PORSCHE" Logo

Fixed Panoramic Roof in Glass

Fixed Panoramic Roof in Glass

Windshield with Grey Top Tint

Windshield with Grey Top Tint

Interior Packages and Trim

Deviated Stitching Interior Package

Deviated Stitching Interior Package

Interior Accents in Dark Silver

Interior Accents in Dark Silver

Seat Belts and Seat Design

Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front and Rear)

Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front and Rear)

Interior

Personalized Vehicle Keys Painted incl. One Key Pouch

Personalized Vehicle Keys Painted incl. One Key Pouch

Door-Sill Guards in Black Brushed Aluminum, Illuminated

Door-Sill Guards in Black Brushed Aluminum, Illuminated

Assistance Systems

Surround View with Active Parking Support

Surround View with Active Parking Support

Lane Change Assist

Lane Change Assist

Interior Comfort

HomeLink®

HomeLink®

Audio and Communication

Burmester® 3D High-End Surround Sound System

Burmester® 3D High-End Surround Sound System

Others

Preparation for Paint to Sample

Preparation for Paint to Sample

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Michael Mauer sitting on an armchair with a tablet in his hands smilingPicture of Michael Mauer

“Using the Porsche Car Configurator is a great opportunity to give a personal touch to your next car. It’s a great way to try new things – not necessarily trying to understand it rationally, but simply looking at a picture and going with your gut feeling a little more. It doesn’t matter if it’s a spontaneous reaction. Your first reaction is often the best. To use this product to create something that truly expresses your personality is a chance that I wouldn’t miss.”

Michael Mauer using the Porsche configurator on a tablet
Car view from the front

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