Global EV Comparison: Porsche Taycan RWD Plus vs Taycan Turbo
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) for as low as €57900, while the Porsche Taycan Turbo (2020-2024) begins at €74999.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus | Porsche Taycan Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2020-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €57900 | €74999 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus | Porsche Taycan Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 389 km | 383 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 505 km | 507 km |
| Range (GCC) | 396 km | 395 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 93.4 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 83.7 kWh | 83.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.1 kWh/100 km | 21.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.73 km/kWh | 4.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced 800-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 268 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus | Porsche Taycan Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 268 kW | 268 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 7.9 |
Performance
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the Porsche Taycan Turbo (2020-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo (2020-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus | Porsche Taycan Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 350 kW | 500 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 469 hp | 671 hp |
| Motor Torque | 357 Nm | 850 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 3.2 s |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 260 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 7.5 |
Dimensions
The Porsche Taycan RWD Plus (2021-2024) and Porsche Taycan Turbo (2020-2024) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus | Porsche Taycan Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4963 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 2144 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1966 mm | 1966 mm |
| Height | 1394 mm | 1381 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Porsche Taycan RWD Plus | Porsche Taycan Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2205 kg | 2380 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 407 l | 366 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5 |
