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BMW i7 vs Porsche Taycan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (659 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (99200 £ vs 87900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Porsche Taycan?

BMW i7

Porsche Taycan

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

i7

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.

Porsche Taycan has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87900 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11229 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Taycan: with 16.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the BMW i7 with 18.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Porsche Taycan performs slight better – achieving up to 680 km, about 56 km more than the BMW i7.

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 noticeable edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 659 HP. That’s roughly 375 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.20 s, while the BMW i7 takes 3.70 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan performs to a small extent better – reaching 305 km/h, while the BMW i7 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls to a small extent stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 1100 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm difference.

i7

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.

Seats: BMW i7 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche Taycan is to a small extent lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2595 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i7 offers a bit more room – 500 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan slightly takes the win – 635 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Taycan sits well ahead of its rival 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 i7
Porsche Taycan

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from about £87,900
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
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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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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
99200 - 157200 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
101.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2595 - 2770 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
5391 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1950 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1544 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 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
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
650 - 1100 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022 - 2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
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Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.