Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive40 vs Porsche Taycan RWD Plus
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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 BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) for as low as €56589, while the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) begins at €57900.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) is a Liftback, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-2025 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €56589 | €57900 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 484 km | 389 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | 505 km |
| Range (GCC) | 464 km | 396 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.3 kWh | 83.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km | 21.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.71 km/kWh | 4.73 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 5.8 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 268 kW, while the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) maxes out at 207 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 268 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 350 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 469 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 357 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) is longer and wider, but the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2144 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1966 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024), but the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2024-2025) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2125 kg | 2205 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5 |
