Compare performance (340 HP vs 1,034 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 87,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Porsche Taycan?
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.
VW ID.4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Porsche Taycan costs 87,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,370 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.7 kWh/100km for the Porsche Taycan. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Porsche Taycan offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 111 km more than the VW ID.4.
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 340 HP. That’s roughly 694 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 VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Porsche Taycan is substantially faster – reaching 305 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Taycan delivers substantially more torque with 1,340 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 661 Nm more.
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: VW ID.4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, VW ID.4 is only slightly lighter – 1,975 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.4 offers noticeably more boot space – 543 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.
When it comes to payload, the Porsche Taycan carries moderately more – 635 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.
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.
The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
detailsThe 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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Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
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Price
87,900 - 206,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Electric Range
552 - 680 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
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Curb weight
2,165 - 2,370 kg
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
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Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
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Length
4,962 - 4,968 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,966 - 1,998 mm
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Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
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Height
1,378 - 1,381 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
515 - 551 kg
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Payload
175 - 635 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
408 - 1,034 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
410 - 1,340 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
300 - 760 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Porsche
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