BMW i4 xDrive40 vs Porsche Taycan 4
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i4 xDrive40 (2024-…) has a starting price of €64000, compared to the Porsche Taycan 4 (2024-…), which starts at €106200.
The BMW i4 xDrive40 (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Porsche Taycan 4 (2024-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Porsche Taycan 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €64000 | €106200 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Porsche Taycan 4 (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i4 xDrive40 (2024-…).
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Porsche Taycan 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 494 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 548 km | 559 km |
| Range (GCC) | 445 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.3 kWh | 82.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.47 km/kWh | 5.5 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 7.5 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Porsche Taycan 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.9 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Porsche Taycan 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 295 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 396 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 600 Nm | 585 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 6.9 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Porsche Taycan 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2144 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i4 xDrive40 | Porsche Taycan 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2260 kg | 2245 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 | 4.9 |
