Porsche Taycan 2025 vs Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron 2025

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thumb image Porsche Taycan 2025 US$ 94,900
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thumb image Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron 2025 US$ 95,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Porsche Audi
Model Taycan 2025 SQ8 Sportback e-tron 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo, Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo GT, Taycan GTS, Taycan 4 Cross Turismo, and Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, and SQ8 Sportback e-tron
Release Date November 2024 August 2024
Status Available Available
Made In Germany (Zuffenhausen plant) Brussels, Belgium
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 4 years/50,000 miles
Colors Standard: Black, White, Carrara White Metallic Metallic: Jet Black, Gentian Blue, Dolomite Silver Special: Frozenberry Metallic, Cherry Metallic, Neptune Blue Mythos Black Metallic, Daytona Gray Pearl, Glacier White Metallic, Ultra Blue Metallic, Florett Silver Metallic, Quantum Gray (SQ8 exclusive), and Optional: Custom Audi Exclusive colors (extra cost)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Permanent Magnet Motor Triple electric motor
Horsepower 402 hp 496 hp (Boost: 503 hp)
Torque 254 lb-ft 718 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds 0-60 mph in 4.3 seconds
Top Speed 143 mph 130 mph
Range 275 miles 260-280 miles
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive (RWD) Quattro All Wheel Drive (AWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled)
Battery Capacity 79.2 kWh 106 kWh (gross) / 94 kWh (usable)
Power Consumption 28 kWh/100 miles 43-45 kWh/100 miles
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW, 22 kW 9 hours (0-100%)
Supercharging Speed 320 kW, 10 to 80% in about 18 minutes. Up to 170 kW (10-80% in 30 mins)
DC Fast Charging Speed 225 kW 150 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25–30 mi/h (9.6 kW) Level 2 (240V, 48A, 11 kW): 25-30 miles/hour
Charging Time 11.5 hrs Level 2 (11 kW, 240V, 48A): 9 hours
Charging Connector Type J1772 / CCS1 AC Charging (Home/Public L2): J1772 (North America) / Type 2 (Mennekes) (Europe) - DC Fast Charging: CCS Combo (SAE J1772 + DC pins) - Included Cable: Audi provides a dual-ended J1772 (Level 1/Level 2) cable.
Home Charging Options Porsche Mobile Charger Plus (Included): NEMA 14-50 plug (9.6 kW max, 25–35 mi/h). Porsche Wall Charger Connect (Optional): Up to 19.2 kW (requires 80A circuit, 50–60 mi/h). Included Equipment: Audi provides a portable 120V/240V Level 1/2 cable - Audi Connected Charger (9.6 kW, 40A) - and also have a Third-Party Options
Onboard Charger Power 9.6 kW 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 195.4 inches 193.5 inches (4,915 mm)
Width 77.4 inches 86.6 inches (2,200 mm)
Height 54.3 inches 63.5 inches (1,613 mm)
Wheelbase 114.2 inches 115.3 inches (2,929 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.8 inches 6.3 inches (160 mm)
Cargo Space 12.9 + 14.3 cu ft 54.4 cu ft with (Rear Seats Folded)
Curb Weight 4,850–5,060 lbs 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5 (including liftgate
Seating Capacity 4 (optional 5th) 5 Seater

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aero alloy wheels Spoke alloy wheel
Wheel Size 19-inch 22-inch
Front Tire 225/55 R19 285/35 R22
Rear Tire 275/45 R19 285/35 R22

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electromechanical, speed-sensitive Rack-and-pinion
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 38.1 ft 40.4 ft (12.3 m)
Gear Box Direct-driv Direct-drive
Front Suspension Adaptive air suspension (Std) Five-link independent
Rear Suspension Multi-link Five-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Optional Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional Yes
Climate Control Yes No
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional No
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 10.9-inch 10.1" MMI Touch + 8.6" Lower Screen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 Speakers 16 Speakers

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Electrically controlled braking system with recuperation Anti-Lock Braking system (ABS)
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Discs
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 (Front, Knee, Side, Curtain) 8 Airbags (Dual front, front side, rear side, front/rear curtain)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Optional Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Optional No
Lane Keeping Assist Optional Yes
Lane Departure Warning Optional Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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