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 Wagon costs 88700 £. That’s a price difference of around 39343 £.
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 Wagon with 17.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.80 kWh.
As for range, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs slight better – achieving up to 652 km, about 39 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 Wagon has a distinct edge – offering 952 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 351 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.40 s, while the BMW i4 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan Wagon performs a bit better – reaching 260 km/h, while the BMW i4 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan Wagon pulls evident stronger with 1110 Nm compared to 795 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW i4 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, BMW i4 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2070 kg compared to 2190 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers slight more room – 470 L compared to 446 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW i4 performs slight better – up to 1290 L, which is about 78 L more than the Porsche Taycan Wagon.
When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan Wagon clearly perceptible takes the win – 605 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
Overall, the Porsche Taycan Wagon shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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.
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 Cross Turismo dresses electric sportscar intent in a practical, slightly rugged estate body, delivering rare performance thrills with genuine everyday usefulness. It feels unmistakably Porsche inside — taut, premium and driver-focused — while the raised ride and extra luggage space make it as happy on a muddy weekend escape as it is on a twisty back road.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
49400 - 62500 £
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88700 - 182100 £
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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
17.5 - 19 kWh
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Electric Range
514 - 613 km
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Electric Range
537 - 652 km
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Battery Capacity
67.1 - 81.3 kWh
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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
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
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Curb weight
2190 - 2400 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 446 L
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Length
4783 mm
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Length
4962 - 4974 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1966 - 1967 mm
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Height
1448 mm
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Height
1388 - 1412 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1171 - 1212 L
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Payload
445 - 480 kg
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Payload
475 - 605 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 601 HP
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Power HP
408 - 952 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.4 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
190 - 225 km/h
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Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
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Torque
410 - 1110 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 - 700 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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.