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Audi Q5 vs Porsche Taycan – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q5 meets Porsche Taycan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

Q5 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q5 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44800 £, while the Porsche Taycan costs 87900 £. That’s a price difference of around 43114 £.

As for range, the Porsche Taycan performs convincingly better – achieving up to 680 km, about 580 km more than the Audi Q5.

Taycan @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Taycan has a significantly 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 Q5 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 Q5 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

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

Q5 @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi Q5 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi Q5 is somewhat lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q5 offers evident more room – 520 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan somewhat takes the win – 635 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Taycan proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Taycan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £87,900
Taycan @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • 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
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Audi Q5

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The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.

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Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan redefines the electric vehicle landscape with its stunning design and thrilling performance. With its smooth lines and athletic stance, this four-door sports car captures attention while delivering an exhilarating driving experience. Inside, the Taycan boasts a luxurious and high-tech interior, seamlessly blending comfort and cutting-edge innovation.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
44800 - 78900 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1910 - 2245 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
4717 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1647 - 1656 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 - 1473 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
175 - 635 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
340 - 550 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

The Audi Q5 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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