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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Porsche Taycan comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 1,034 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 87,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Porsche Taycan?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Porsche Taycan: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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Porsche Taycan

  • noticeably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Porsche Taycan costs 87,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,900 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Porsche Taycan. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 680 km on a single charge.

Taycan

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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 1,034 HP compared to 650 HP. That’s roughly 384 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.2 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 takes 3.3 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Taycan delivers substantially more torque with 1,340 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 570 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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: Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is slightly lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Taycan offers only slightly more boot space – 407 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Taycan carries noticeably more – 635 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Taycan is barely ahead 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.

from £87,900
Taycan

Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 1,034 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 552 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Porsche Taycan

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Porsche Taycan

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
87,900 - 206,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,966 - 1,998 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
408 - 1,034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
410 - 1,340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Porsche
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