At a Glance: Taycan vs. e-tron GT

 

When your Markham, Richmond Hill, and Aurora, ON travels call for a high-powered luxury vehicle, the Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT stand as two prominent contenders. These electric vehicles (EVs) offer impressive performance, advanced technology, and elegant design.

 

To help you choose between the Taycan and the e-tron GT, the Porsche Centre Markham team has created this Porsche Taycan vs. Audi e-tron GT comparison.

 

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PERFORMANCE

 

Breathtaking acceleration and precision handling are expected from German-engineered brands like Porsche and Audi. Excelling equally well on the highway as they do on motorsports tracks, the Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT set new standards for electric performance.

 

Performance Capabilities

 

The Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT offer exciting performance designed for city streets and highways. In place of an engine, a powerful battery and electric motors help your Taycan or e-tron GT move forward. However, in a head-to-head comparison, the Taycan takes an early lead with its more potent standard performance specs.

 

	Porsche Taycan	Audi e-tron GT
Horsepower	536 HP	522 HP
Torque	513 lb-ft	472 lb-ft
0-100 km/h Acceleration (0-60 MPH)	3.7 sec.	4.1 sec.
Top Speed	250 km/h (155 MPH)	245 km/h (152 MPH)

 

 

If you want more, the Porsche Taycan delivers. It features five additional models, each more powerful than the last. The Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package offers peak performance, delivering up to 1,019 HP and accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 MPH) in a mere 2.2 seconds.

 

Precision Performance

 

There’s more to performance than numbers. To command the road, you need a vehicle that delivers precision handling. Both vehicles have standard all-wheel drive, which ensures traction and control, especially during tight turns. However, the Taycan stands apart with additional performance-focused features.

 

The Taycan includes an adaptive air suspension designed to adjust to changing road conditions and driving preferences for a smoother ride. The result is a smooth commute that’s tailored to your comfort preferences.

 

Another advantage of the Porsche Taycan is its impressive driving range. When properly equipped, it has an estimated 474-kilometer (295-mile) range. Conversely, the e-tron GT has a maximum driving range of an estimated 399 kilometers (248 miles).

 

AESTHETICS

Sometimes, you can’t beat a classic. The timeless brand design of Porsche and Audi is infused with a modern twist with the Taycan and e-tron GT. These electric sedans incorporate contemporary design elements while reflecting their respective brands' iconic styling to ensure you’re always in the spotlight.

 

Customization Options

 

A unique combination of paint finishes, wheel designs, and upholstery creates a space representing your style. While each sedan can be customized, the Taycan lets you create a machine that fits your aesthetic and vision. With it, you'll access more visual components than the e-tron GT, creating dozens of combinations.

 

	Porsche Taycan	Audi e-tron GT
Paint Colours	18	18
Wheel Designs	10	2
Upholstery Colours	15	4

 

While the e-tron GT is part of Audi Exclusive, a program that lets you customize your vehicle, the Porsche Taycan offers a truly bespoke experience through their Exclusive MANUFAKTUR program. With this, you can access 119 exclusive colours and customize every cabin aspect, including seat belt colour, front air vent frame, contrast stitching, and more.

 

Enhanced Design

 

The Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT feature sleek, modern designs that reflect their premium craftsmanship and attention to detail. Strategic design elements emphasize the premium craftsmanship of these vehicles. Optional Matrix-design headlights provide advanced illumination for enhanced visibility and road presence. However, only the Taycan features a tinted Glacier Iceblue headlight option that magnifies the brilliance.

 

The Porsche Taycan's design can be enhanced with the optional SportDesign Package, which adds elements like High Gloss Black exterior accents, specialty side skirts, a rear diffusor, and a lower front fascia.

 

No design packages are available for the Audi e-tron GT.

 

FUNCTIONALITY

 

Cutting-edge technology and advanced capabilities make the Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT perfect for every occasion. While both models are rooted in convenience, only one revolutionizes your commute with ride-optimizing capabilities.

 

Connectivity Simplified

 

The Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT prioritize connectivity with centrally located touchscreens for seamless operation; you can adjust settings, use apps, engage navigation, and more. You can even pair your smart device with these systems to bring your contact list to your vehicle.

 

Long trips are no match since each sedan comes standard with a wireless phone charger. Podcasts, audiobooks, or calls with loved ones will never be cut short due to a low phone battery.

 

While these SUVs have convenient touchscreens, only the Taycan extends the privilege to your copilot. The 10.9-inch front passenger display allows your fellow traveller to send navigation directions, control audio, and view in-car video streams. It’s a Taycan exclusive, making it the preferred choice for you and your partner on the road.

 

Enhanced Features and Comfort

 

As luxury vehicles, the Porsche Taycan and the Audi e-tron GT have integrated features that help you make the most out of every commute. For example, a fixed panoramic glass roof allows natural light into the cabin, creating an open atmosphere. Additionally, available climate-controlled, massaging front seats help you reach your destination without experiencing driving fatigue.

 

While each model has much to offer, the Taycan shines with exclusive optional features, including:

 

• Air quality system
• Soft close doors
• Variable light control with the panoramic roof

 

These features of the Taycan help you breathe cleaner air while enjoying a more refined experience not offered with the e-tron GT.

 

Take Charge With the Taycan

 

Undeniably, the Audi e-tron GT is a powerhouse sedan that pushes the envelope. However, compared to the Porsche Taycan, it's clear that the Porsche Taycan outperforms the Audi e-tron GT in key areas. Every facet of the Taycan is engineered for your driving pleasure, so where will it take you around Markham, Richmond Hill, and Aurora, ON?

 

Visit  Porsche Centre Markham today to experience the Porsche Taycan firsthand.