TOGG T10X review: Lots of potential despite software issues?

tl;dr: Great potential despite software bugs?

The Togg T10X It is the first Turkish electric car and competes in a highly competitive SUV class. Our test vehicle, an AWD Long Range with an 88,5 kWh battery, costs EUR 50.919It impresses with a unique interior concept and a wealth of standard equipment, but still needs significant improvement in the area of ​​software. The suspension is firm, the all-wheel drive provides ample power (435 hp, 0-100 km/h in 4,8 seconds), and the interior space is generous.

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Design: Turkish tulips and Italian lines

The design of the T10X was created in collaboration with the Italian design firm Pinin FarinaThe front is dominated by a grille whose pattern depicts the Turkish tulip, a reference to Turkey's national flower. At the rear, there's a continuous light strip with dynamic turn signals. One minor criticism is the key, which doesn't feel particularly high-quality. The charging port is located in a rather unusual spot, on the front right fender. The trunk offers 441 liters of volume, which can be expanded to approximately 1.500 liters by folding down the rear seats, and features a double floor and a parcel shelf that feels premium.

Interior: Spacious and surprisingly high-quality

The interior is the T10X's greatest strength and offers excellent value for its price. unique conceptThe perceived quality of materials is high; the dashboard, for example, is leather-covered and padded. While hard plastic is present, it's reminiscent of the quality found in older VW models. The seats are upholstered in vegan leatherette and offer good comfort, even on long journeys. The outer rear seats come standard with seat heating. The standard, very large Panoramic glass roof The integrated roller blind creates a bright, open feeling in the interior. Rear passenger space is very good, with a fist's width of legroom.

One drawback is the mechanical part of the armrest located in the center console, which looks somewhat "rustic" and wobbly. The rear door handles are extremely sturdy, which conveys a sense of stability. The Meridian sound system is also a positive feature.

Software: Large display, large construction site

The software is currently the biggest challenge for the T10X. The interior is dominated by a huge, continuous display that is approximately 28 inch It measures. The passenger can watch YouTube on it during the drive. However, the infotainment system is still in the Pre-production or beta statusIt crashes frequently when stationary and takes a very long time to boot up after a longer period of inactivity – according to the author, longer than a 2022 VW ID.3.

Operation is primarily via touchscreen and a Control Display with a palm rest in the middle. Various apps can be used via the control display, like a kind of live wallpaper (Fashion Art) or the cabin monitor (for monitoring the rear) can be dragged onto the main display. touch-sensitive fields on the steering wheel However, they take some getting used to and are impractical for everyday use. A heated steering wheel is unfortunately not included. The navigation system runs with Here WeGo and can automatically add charging stops. However, the tester could not find a filter for charging providers. The voice input, which is activated via a button on the steering wheel, was not yet functional for German during the test.

Driving impression: Sporty, firm, and loud beeping sounds.

The T10X handles well, but with a firm ride. The all-wheel-drive (AWD) version we tested offers 435 hp and 700 Nm of torque, resulting in very brisk acceleration (0-100 km/h in 4,8 seconds). The top speed is limited to 185 km/h.

The suspension is very firm and offers little leeway on bumpy roads, which can lead to noticeable vibrations. Noise insulation is good up to about 100 km/h; above 130 km/h, the interior becomes somewhat noisy.

The steering assist works reliably and is comparable to VW Travel Assist. Operating the cruise control via a separate stalk is intuitive. Automatic speed limit sign recognition works, but not predictively. In winter, the tester warns that the radar sensors can freeze in snow, as a heater has likely been omitted. Regenerative braking and one-pedal driving (One-Pedal ModeThey work very well. The intensity can be intuitively controlled via two buttons on the hand rest. The riding modes can also be quickly changed by simultaneously pressing both regenerative paddles.

A major criticism is that the car emits an extremely large number of (annoying) warning and notification sounds every time it's started, especially when activating the driver assistance systems. Fortunately, the EU speed limit chime and the lane departure warning system can be deactivated with a few simple steps.

Fuel consumption and charging: Solid efficiency, but high demand for short trips

The overall fuel consumption over 760 test kilometers was 23,4 kWh / 100 km, which is acceptable for the vehicle size and comparable to a Škoda Enyaq. However, the [missing information] is heavily criticized. high fuel consumption for short trips In winter, the display showed values ​​of up to 38 kWh/100 km. While the heating system warms up quickly, it doesn't seem to operate very efficiently; it's unclear whether a heat pump is installed. Its consumption is very reminiscent of the first-generation Audi e-tron.

The T10X charges via DC at up to 180 kWIn the test, the charging process from 10% to 80% took approximately... 31 MinutesThis is a solid figure for the first car of a young brand, but it lags behind some established competitors.

Author's personal assessment: Good car, once the software matures.

The Togg T10X is a bold and successful first attempt at a Turkish electric car. It scores points with a high-quality, unique interior and well-designed controls, such as the regenerative braking system. Priced at EUR 50.919 (AWD Long Range) offers a lot of car for the money.

However, the major drawback is the immature software, which crashes and boots up very slowly. Anyone paying this price should be aware that they are currently still dealing with beta issues. Should the softwareproIf the problems could be fixed via over-the-air updates, the T10X would be a very interesting and unique option in the electric SUV class. The Turkish engineers have demonstrated good ideas; now it remains to be seen how quickly the software issues can be resolved.