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BMW i4 vs Porsche Taycan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 87900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Porsche Taycan?

BMW i4

5 (1 Reviews)
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Porsche Taycan

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

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW i4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 49400 £ , while the Porsche Taycan costs 87900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i4: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Porsche Taycan with 16.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for electric range, the Porsche Taycan performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 680 km, about 67 km more than the BMW i4.

Taycan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Taycan has a significantly edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 433 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 BMW i4 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls convincingly stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 795 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm difference.

i4

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: BMW i4 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, BMW i4 is slight lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers to a small extent more room – 470 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan distinct takes the win – 635 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Taycan is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

BMW i4
Porsche Taycan

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Taycan

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

BMW i4

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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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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BMW i4
Porsche Taycan

Costs and Consumption

Price
49400 - 62500 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
-
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
-
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
175 - 635 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.