Global EV Comparison: Porsche Taycan Turbo S vs Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+
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General Info
The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €155009. The Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €80000 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo S | Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Germany, India |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €155009 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €80000 | €106990 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024).
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo S | Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 357 km | 507 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 468 km | 626 km |
| Range (GCC) | 378 km | 498 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 93.4 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 83.7 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.1 kWh/100 km | 23.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.52 km/kWh | 4.22 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 6.2 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 268 kW, while the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo S | Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 268 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 8.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo S | Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 560 kW | 560 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 751 hp | 751 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1050 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.8 s | 3.4 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.9 | 7.7 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but the Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) is wider.
The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo S | Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4963 mm | 5223 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 2125 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1966 mm | 1926 mm |
| Height | 1378 mm | 1518 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024), but the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Porsche Taycan Turbo S (2020-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo S | Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2370 kg | 2700 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 366 l | 620 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1700 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 6.4 |
