BMW i3 vs Porsche Taycan
Comparing the 2027 BMW i3 (from $61,500) with the 2027 Porsche Taycan (from $111,900). The i3 offers 468 miles of range while the Taycan offers 318 miles.
Quick Take
BMW i3 goes the distance, while Porsche Taycan is quickest off the line.
2027 • Sedan
Longest Range
- 468 mi EPA-rated range
- 108.7 kWh battery
- 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
2027 • Sedan
Quickest 0-60
- 0-60 mph as quick as 2.1s
- Up to 1019 hp
- Up to 988 lb-ft of torque
- 180 mph top speed
BMW i3 vs Porsche Taycan: Which Should You Buy?
The BMW i3 starts at $61,500, undercutting the Porsche Taycan ($108,000) by about $46,500.
In its longest-range configuration the BMW i3 covers 468 miles, 150 more than the Porsche Taycan's maximum of 318. At a DC fast charger, the Porsche Taycan goes from 10-80% in about 18 minutes vs 21 for the BMW i3.
The BMW i3 seats 5 to the Porsche Taycan's 4. The BMW i3 is also 9 inches shorter than the Porsche Taycan, which makes it easier to park.
Bottom line: pick the BMW i3 if you want the longest range, or the Porsche Taycan if you want the quickest acceleration.
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