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Tesla Model S vs Porsche Taycan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (1020 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (94300 £ vs 87900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model S or Porsche Taycan?

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Porsche Taycan

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

Model S

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Porsche Taycan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87900 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6335 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Taycan: with 16.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Tesla Model S with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S performs slight better – achieving up to 744 km, about 64 km more than the Porsche Taycan.

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 barely noticeable edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 1020 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Porsche Taycan takes 2.20 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs minimal better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Porsche Taycan tops out at 305 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

Model S

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model S offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Tesla Model S is hardly perceptible lighter – 2092 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers convincingly more room – 799 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 392 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan distinct takes the win – 635 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Tesla Model S proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model S is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Tesla Model S
Porsche Taycan

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Tesla Model S

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The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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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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Tesla Model S
Porsche Taycan

Costs and Consumption

Price
94300 - 102800 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
799 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
5021 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1987 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1431 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
1828 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
432 - 442 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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
670 - 1020 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Porsche
Is the Tesla Model S offered with different drivetrains?

The Tesla Model S is available as 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.