Porsche Taycan 4S Plus vs Tesla Model S Standard Range

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) for as low as $48000, while the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) begins at $24695.

The Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) is a Liftback.

Property Porsche Taycan 4S Plus Tesla Model S Standard Range
Years of Production 2020-2024 2019-2020
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Germany Netherlands, USA
Body Style Sedan Liftback
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (Used) $48000 $24695
GCC Score 6.4 6.9

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Porsche Taycan 4S Plus Tesla Model S Standard Range
Range (EPA) 235 mi 287 mi
Range (WLTP) 318 mi 283 mi
Range (GCC) 245 mi 257 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 93.4 kWh 75 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 83.7 kWh 72.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 34.2 kWh/100 mi 28.2 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 2.93 mi/kWh 3.54 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.8 7.2

Charging

The Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 268 kW, while the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) maxes out at 100 kW.

The Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Property Porsche Taycan 4S Plus Tesla Model S Standard Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 9.6 kW 11.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 268 kW 100 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 8 6.5

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Porsche Taycan 4S Plus Tesla Model S Standard Range
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), IM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 420 kW 398 kW
Motor Power (hp) 563 hp 534 hp
Motor Torque 479 lb-ft 557 lb-ft
0-60 mph 3.8 s 4 s
Top Speed 155 mph 155 mph
Performance Score 6.7 6.8

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Porsche Taycan 4S Plus Tesla Model S Standard Range
Length 195.4 in 195.7 in
Width (with Mirrors) 84.4 in 86.2 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.4 in 77.3 in
Height 54.3 in 56.9 in
Wheelbase 114.2 in 116.5 in

Cargo and Towing

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Porsche Taycan 4S Plus Tesla Model S Standard Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4947 lb 4812 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 14.4 ft3 26.3 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) - Cargo Volume (Max) 58.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 3 ft3 2.1 ft3
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.9 5.5
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