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Porsche Taycan vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (1,034 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (87,900 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Taycan or Lexus ES?

Porsche Taycan vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Porsche Taycan

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Taycan

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.

Lexus ES is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Porsche Taycan costs 87,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,357 £.

ES

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 1,034 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 816 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 Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

Taycan

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: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is noticeably lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers somewhat more boot space – 454 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Taycan carries noticeably more – 635 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Taycan is decisively 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
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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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
87,900 - 206,700 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,370 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
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Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,966 - 1,998 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
175 - 635 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 1,034 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
410 - 1,340 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Porsche Taycan?

The Porsche Taycan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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