USA EV Comparison: Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance vs Porsche Taycan RWD Plus

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) has a starting price of $107175, while the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) is a Sedan.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany Germany
Body Style Liftback Sedan
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $107175
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $80549
GCC Score 7.5 6.8

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 318 mi
Range (WLTP) 470 mi 421 mi
Range (GCC) 388 mi 328 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 100 kWh 105 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 94.9 kWh 97 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 24.5 kWh/100 mi 29.6 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.09 mi/kWh 3.38 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.8 8.2

Charging

Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.

The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) maxes out at 270 kW.

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 9.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 270 kW 320 kW
Architecture 800 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 8.4 8.2

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

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

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 280 kW 320 kW
Motor Power (hp) 375 hp 429 hp
Motor Torque 417 lb-ft 310 lb-ft
0-60 mph 5.2 s 4.5 s
Top Speed 130 mph 143 mph
Performance Score 5.5 5.6

Dimensions

The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
Length 194 in 195.4 in
Width (with Mirrors) 84.1 in 84.4 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 75.7 in 77.4 in
Height 57.3 in 54.3 in
Wheelbase 116.1 in 114.2 in

Cargo and Towing

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

The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4630 lb, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4960 lb 4802 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 17.7 ft3 14.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 47 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Max)
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1 ft3 3 ft3
Towing Capacity 4630 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.7 4.9
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