
"With a BrickScore of 57.4, the Porsche 99X Electric is a crowd-pleasing, beginner-friendly Technic set that nails aesthetics and family build fun — but seasoned Technic collectors will notice its limited mechanical complexity and premium price tag."
Reviewers are overwhelmingly enthusiastic about the Formula E Porsche 99X Electric, praising it as an accessible, family-friendly Technic build with a satisfying finished product. The pull-back motor mechanism is a consistent highlight, extending play value well beyond the build itself. The set earns particular praise for its sleek aesthetics, clean panel work with minimal gaps, and the added bonus of an AR app experience. The main gripe is price — several reviewers note the cost feels steep relative to the feature set, especially compared to more mechanically complex Technic sets.
Where they split: Most reviewers are uniformly positive, but there is a mild split on value: budget-conscious buyers and experienced Technic collectors flag the limited functions for the price, while casual builders and families rate value highly. One reviewer also notes the finished model doesn't closely resemble the real car, though they personally prefer the LEGO interpretation.

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"Prioritising fun over functionality, 42137 Formula E Porsche 99X Electric is a great entry point for budding LEGO Technic fans."
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"A reasonable looking vehicle but it lacks functionality."
Brickset Reviews
"Prioritising fun over functionality, 42137 Formula E Porsche 99X Electric is a great entry point for budding LEGO Technic fans."

"A reasonable looking vehicle but it lacks functionality."
Amazon4.8
LEGO.com4.8