Global EV Comparison: Porsche Taycan 4S vs BYD Han AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) has a starting price of €120900, compared to the BYD Han AWD (2023-…), which starts at €69020.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €120900 | €69020 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €114890 | €37480 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Han AWD (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…).
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 406 km | 604 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 557 km | 521 km |
| Range (GCC) | 429 km | 508 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 88 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.3 kWh | 85.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.2 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.21 km/kWh | 5.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 8.5 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 4.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 695 Nm | 700 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6 |
Dimensions
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4963 mm | 4995 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 2134 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1966 mm | 1910 mm |
| Height | 1379 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…), but the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2245 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 407 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 5.2 |
