Audi S8 vs Porsche Taycan
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Porsche Taycan
Overview
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Porsche TaycanBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S8 Sedan | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 2-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Porsche TaycanBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130,000 | $105,800 (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 S8S8 Sedan | Porsche TaycanBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 91 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 274 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 89 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 11.5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.7 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Porsche TaycanBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 563 hp (best) | 402 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft (best) | 302 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Porsche TaycanBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.5 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 915 lbs | 1,532 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,126 lbs | 4,630 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in (best) | 114.2 in |
| Length | 209.5 in (best) | 195.4 in |
| Width | 76.6 in | 77.4 in (best) |
| Height | 58.5 in (best) | 54.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S8S8 Sedan | Porsche TaycanBase |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | S8 Sedan $130,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $105,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 4 $109,900 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 4 Cross Turismo $118,100 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Black Edition $122,800 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 4S $125,900 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 4 Black Edition $126,800 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 4S Cross Turismo $133,000 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 4S Black Edition $141,000 MSRP |
| 9 | — | GTS $157,000 MSRP |
| 10 | — | GTS Sport Turismo $158,900 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Turbo $184,600 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Turbo Cross Turismo $187,400 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Turbo S $221,400 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Turbo S Cross Turismo $224,300 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Turbo GT $243,700 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Turbo GT with Weissach Package $243,700 MSRP |
