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Tesla Model Y vs Porsche Taycan comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 1,034 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 87,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model Y or Porsche Taycan?

Tesla Model Y vs Porsche Taycan: Key differences

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Porsche Taycan

  • substantially more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Model Y

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Tesla Model Y is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Porsche Taycan costs 87,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,665 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model Y is markedly more efficient: consuming 13.1 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Porsche Taycan. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Taycan offers marginally more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 58 km more than the Tesla Model Y.

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 substantially more power – delivering 1,034 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 574 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 Tesla Model Y takes 3.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Taycan delivers considerably more torque with 1,340 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

Model Y

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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is only slightly lighter – 1,976 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers significantly more boot space – 836 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 429 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Taycan carries noticeably more – 635 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is slightly 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
Tesla Model Y
Porsche Taycan

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Dimensions and Body

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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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 Y
Porsche Taycan

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Price
87,900 - 206,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
534 - 622 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
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,370 kg
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 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
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Payload
435 - 472 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
299 - 460 HP
Power HP
408 - 1,034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
410 - 1,340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Porsche
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