USA EV Comparison: Audi A6 Avant e-tron S vs Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (2024-…) has a starting price of $211700, while the Audi S6 Avant e-tron (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Wagon.

Property Audi A6 Avant e-tron S Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany Germany
Body Style Wagon Wagon
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $211700
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $178888
GCC Score 7.7 7.1

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi S6 Avant e-tron (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Audi A6 Avant e-tron S Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 261 mi
Range (WLTP) 402 mi 370 mi
Range (GCC) 341 mi 284 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 100 kWh 105 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 94.9 kWh 97 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 27.8 kWh/100 mi 34.2 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.59 mi/kWh 2.93 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 8.8 6.4

Charging

Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Audi S6 Avant e-tron (2024-…) maxes out at 270 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW.

Property Audi A6 Avant e-tron S Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S
Max Charging Power (AC) 9.6 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 8.2

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Audi A6 Avant e-tron S Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 405 kW 700 kW
Motor Power (hp) 543 hp 939 hp
Motor Torque 631 lb-ft 819 lb-ft
0-60 mph 3.7 s 2.4 s
Top Speed 149 mph 155 mph
Performance Score 7 8

Dimensions

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (2024-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the Audi S6 Avant e-tron (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 Avant e-tron S Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S
Length 194 in 195.8 in
Width (with Mirrors) 84.1 in 84.4 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 75.7 in 77.4 in
Height 58.8 in 55.4 in
Wheelbase 116.1 in 114.3 in

Cargo and Towing

The Audi S6 Avant e-tron (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

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

The Audi S6 Avant e-tron (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4630 lb, whereas the Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Audi A6 Avant e-tron S Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Turbo S
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 5313 lb 5192 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 17.7 ft3 14.3 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 50.2 ft3 41.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1 ft3 3 ft3
Towing Capacity 4630 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.8 6.1
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