Porsche Taycan Turbo GT vs Tesla Model S Plaid
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 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2024-…) has a starting price of €240000, compared to the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), which starts at €109990.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2024-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €240000 | €109990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €83500 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 444 km | 578 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 554 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 456 km | 530 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 97 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.7 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 8.6 |
Charging
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 320 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 8.3 | 7.6 |
Performance
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 760 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1019 hp | 1019 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1340 Nm | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.3 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 290 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Performance Score | 9.4 | 9.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4968 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 2189 mm |
| Height | 1378 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo GT | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2365 kg | 2167 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 326 l | 709 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1739 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | 89 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 6.1 |
