Audi S8 vs Porsche Taycan
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Porsche Taycan
Overview
| Spec | Audi S8Base | Porsche Taycan4 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 4 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 2-speed |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S8Base | Porsche Taycan4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130,000 | $116,000 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $137,772 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $151,682 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $172,702 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 3 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S8Base | Porsche Taycan4 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S8Base | Porsche Taycan4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 563 hp (best) | 429 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S8Base | Porsche Taycan4 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.5 cu ft (best) | — |
| Payload | 915 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,126 lbs | 4,971 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in (best) | 114 in |
| Length | 209.5 in (best) | 195 in |
| Width | 76.6 in | 77 in (best) |
| Height | 58.5 in (best) | 54 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S8Base | Porsche Taycan4 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi S8 | Porsche Taycan |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $130,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 4 $116,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 4S $131,800 MSRP |
| 3 | — | GTS $157,000 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Turbo $184,600 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Turbo S $221,400 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Turbo GT $243,700 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Turbo GT $243,700 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Audi S8 vs Porsche Taycan FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 Porsche Taycan?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi S8 vs 2027 Porsche Taycan on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 Porsche Taycan?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Porsche Taycan starts lower at $116,000. Live Porsche Taycan listings start at $137,772.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 Porsche Taycan?
- The 2027 Porsche Taycan leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (116,000).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 Porsche Taycan?
- The 2027 Audi S8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (18).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi S8 or 2027 Porsche Taycan?
- The 2027 Porsche Taycan leads on horsepower in this comparison (777).