Tesla Model S 2024 vs Porsche Boxster EV (2026)

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thumb image Tesla Model S 2024 US$ 74,990
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thumb image Porsche Boxster EV (2026) US$ 80,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Tesla Porsche
Model Model S 2024 Boxster EV
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Roadster
Trims S and S Plaid Expected Base, S, GTS (not officially confirmed)
Release Date November 2023 2026 (expected)
Status Available Upcoming / Pre-production
Made In Fremont, California, USA Germany
Body Type Sedan 2-Door Convertible Roadster
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, similar to Taycan)
Colors Solid Black, Deep Blue Metallic, Stealth Grey, Ultra Red, and Pearl White Multi-Coat Multiple Porsche custom colors (Carrara White, Jet Black, Racing Yellow, Guards Red, etc. – to be confirmed)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Permanent Magnet Motor Dual electric motors (expected AWD setup, base trim may be RWD)
Horsepower 670 hp 400 hp (Base), up to ~600 hp (higher trims, expected)
Torque 650 lb-ft Not officially disclosed (~500–700 Nm expected)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds 3.5 – 4.0 seconds (depending on trim)
Top Speed 130 mph 155 mph (estimated, may vary by trim)
Range 405 miles 250–300 miles (EPA estimate)
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) RWD (base), AWD (higher trims)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Lithium-ion, 800V architecture (shared with Porsche Taycan platform)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh 80–100 kWh (expected)
Power Consumption 28 kWh/100 miles 18–20 kWh / 100 km (estimate)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 150,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected)
Home Charging Speed Up to 44 miles 11 kW AC (approx. 8–10 hrs full charge)
Supercharging Speed Up to 200 kW (adds 200 miles in 15 minutes) Up to 270 kW (800V fast charging system)
DC Fast Charging Speed 25-30 minutes 10–80% in ~20–25 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour 2-3 miles/hour 35–40 miles (AC), ~180–200 miles (DC fast charge)
Charging Time 10-12 hours 8–10 hrs (AC), 20–25 min (DC Fast)
Charging Connector Type CCS (Combined Charging System) CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Tesla Wall Connector, NEMA 14-50 Outlet, and Mobile Connector (with 120V/240V plugs) Porsche Mobile Charger / Wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW 11–22 kW (expected)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 197.7 inches (5.02 meters) 172 in (est.)
Width 78.2 inches (1.99 meters) 72 in (est.)
Height 56.3 inches (1.43 meters) 50 in (est.)
Wheelbase 116.5 inches (2.96 meters) 97 in (est.)
Ground Clearance 4.3–5.5 inches 5 in
Cargo Space 25.0 cu ft (708 liters) Frunk (~3–4 cu ft), Rear (~5–6 cu ft)
Curb Weight 4,561 lbs (2,069 kg) 4,000–4,200 lbs (battery-heavy)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 2
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 2

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheel Alloy (multiple Porsche design options)
Wheel Size 19-inch 19" – 21" options
Front Tire 255/45 R19 245/35 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 285/40 R19 285/35 R20 (higher trims)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted, speed-sensitive Electric power steering, Porsche Dynamic Steering (optional)
Transmission Single Speed Automatic Single-speed EV transmission
Turning Radius 37.1 feet (11.3 meters) 10.5 m (est.)
Gear Box Single-speed direct drive Direct drive
Front Suspension Double wishbone Adaptive strut-type suspension
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link, adaptive

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Standard (Basic Autopilot included) No (Porsche uses advanced driver assistance, not full autonomy)
Navigation System Yes Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with AR navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Bluetooth and USB-C USB-C ports
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play No Yes
Android Auto No No (convertible roof
Touchscreen 17 inch Central 10.9-inch + digital instrument cluster
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 14 Speakers 8 (standard), 14 (Bose), 21 (Burmester premium option)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Disc
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 Airbags 6+ (front, side, knee)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors No Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors No Yes
Multiple Cameras 8 cameras for Autopilot and safety 360° view
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No (sports car)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert No Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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