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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
49400 - 62500 £
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Price
87900 - 206700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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Electric Range
552 - 680 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
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Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
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Length
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Length
4962 - 4968 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1966 - 1998 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1378 - 1381 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
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Payload
175 - 635 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
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Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
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Power kW
300 - 760 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Porsche
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The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.