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Audi A5 Sportback vs Porsche Taycan – Differences & prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Audi A5 Sportback?

The Audi A5 Sportback reaches a peak output of 367 HP, depending on the model.

Q: How much fuel does the Audi A5 Sportback use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 2 L.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the Audi A5 Sportback?

According to WLTP, the Audi A5 Sportback can travel up to 110 km on a single charge.

Q: What is the battery capacity of the Audi A5 Sportback?

The battery capacity is 20.70 kWh.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Audi A5 Sportback?

Length 4829 mm, width 1860 mm, height 1444 mm – those are the dimensions of the Audi A5 Sportback.

Q: Is the Porsche Taycan offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the Porsche Taycan deliver on the road?

The Porsche Taycan reaches a peak output of 1034 HP, depending on the model.

Q: What is the Porsche Taycan’s energy consumption?

Average electricity consumption is 16.70 kWh.

Q: How far can the Porsche Taycan go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the Porsche Taycan can travel up to 680 km on a single charge.

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi A5 Sportback or Porsche Taycan fits your lifestyle better.

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A5 Sportback has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £, while the Porsche Taycan costs 87900 £. That’s a price difference of around 49200 £.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan performs clearly better – achieving up to 680 km, about 570 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Taycan has a clearly edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 667 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.20 s, while the Audi A5 Sportback takes 4.50 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan performs a bit better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Audi A5 Sportback tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls clearly stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 790 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is noticeable lighter – 1770 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers barely noticeable more room – 445 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan to a small extent takes the win – 635 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Taycan shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Porsche Taycan

Price : 87900 - 206700 £
Body Type : Coupe
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 408 - 1034 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range : 552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity : 82.3 - 97 kWh
Seats : 4
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 2.2 - 4.8 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 230 - 305 km/h
Torque : 410 - 1340 Nm
Doors : 4
Model : Taycan
Modell : Taycan, Taycan Performancebatterie Plus, Taycan 4S, Taycan 4S Performancebatterie Plus, Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo GT, Taycan 4, Taycan 4 Performancebatterie Plus, Taycan GTS
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : Weissach-Paket, Black Edition
Power kW : 300 - 760 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity : 326 - 407 L
Length : 4962 - 4968 mm
Width : 1966 - 1998 mm
Height : 1378 - 1381 mm
Brand : Porsche
Payload : 175 - 635 kg

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan blends Porsche's razor-sharp handling with electric immediacy, delivering an exhilarating, near-silent shove that still feels unmistakably sporty. Inside it's a high-tech cockpit wrapped in premium materials, making it as rewarding to live with day to day as it is thrilling to drive on a twisty road.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 38700 - 68600 £	Price 87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range 107 - 110 km	Electric Range 552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity 20.70 kWh	Battery Capacity 82.3 - 97 kWh
co2 45 - 172 g/km	co2 0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 46 - 60 L	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Coupe
Seats 4	Seats 4
Doors 5	Doors 4
Curb weight 1770 - 2170 kg	Curb weight 2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity 331 - 445 L	Trunk capacity 326 - 407 L
Length 4829 - 4835 mm	Length 4962 - 4968 mm
Width 1860 mm	Width 1966 - 1998 mm
Height 1429 - 1444 mm	Height 1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity 1175 - 1299 L	Max trunk capacity -
Payload 475 - 530 kg	Payload 175 - 635 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV	Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 150 - 367 HP	Power HP 408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.5 - 9.8 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed 216 - 250 km/h	Max Speed 230 - 305 km/h
Torque 280 - 550 Nm	Torque 410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 6	Number of Cylinders -
Power kW 110 - 270 kW	Power kW 300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity 1968 - 2995 cm3	Engine capacity -