Mercedes EQS 450+ vs Porsche Taycan RWD

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.

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-…).

The Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) is wider.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.