Mercedes EQS 450+ vs Porsche Taycan RWD
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 Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a starting price of €109551, compared to the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…), which starts at €101500.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €109551 | €101500 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 566 km | 441 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 822 km | 590 km |
| Range (GCC) | 617 km | 458 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 82.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.1 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.23 km/kWh | 5.57 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.7 | 7.7 |
Charging
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7.9 |
Performance
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 265 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 355 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 568 Nm | 410 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 s | 4.8 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5223 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2125 mm | 2144 mm |
| Height | 1518 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2515 kg | 2165 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1700 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 4.9 |
