Porsche Taycan vs. Audi R8
When comparing the Porsche Taycan's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Taycan has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Audi R8 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Taycan's and the Audi R8's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Porsche Taycan vs. Audi R8 Pricing
A used 2023 Porsche Taycan ranges from $90,538 to $155,331 while a used 2023 Audi R8 is priced between $179,323 to $301,272. For a new model, the Porsche Taycan's price is between $100,292 and $174,306, with the Audi R8 priced between $171,516 and $253,271.
Porsche Taycan vs. Audi R8 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Porsche Taycan loses 61.3 percent of its value and the Audi R8 loses 46.1 percent of its value. This means the Audi R8 retains 15.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Porsche Taycan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Taycan’s base engine makes 402 horsepower, and the Audi R8 base engine makes 562 horsepower. The Taycan is rated to deliver an average of 79 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 200 miles. The R8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles.This gives the Porsche Taycan the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi R8 the advantage in maximum range. The Taycan uses electricity, and the R8 uses premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
100292 - 174306
Used Asking Price:
90538 - 155331
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.613253
Pricing
New Asking Price:
171516 - 253271
Used Asking Price:
179323 - 301272
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461303
Porsche Taycan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi R8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Taycan Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 4Ranking
9 out of / 14Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 27Audi R8 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 23Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Porsche Taycan Trim Levels
4S, Base, GTS, Turbo, Turbo S, 4 Cross Turismo, 4S Cross Turismo, GTS Sport Turismo, Turbo Cross Turismo, Turbo S Cross Turismo
Audi R8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
402 hp
Torque:
254 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
562 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.157 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
79 / 88 / 83
Range (city/hwy):
200 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
79.2 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
9.5 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 23 / 17
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4568 lbs
Width:
84.5 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
195.4 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3571 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
48.7 inches
Length:
174.4 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/30R20