Jaguar Type 01 vs Porsche Taycan
Two electric Sedans go head to head. Which EV is the better buy for Australian drivers in 2026?
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 8 Oct 2026, price 24 Jun 2026
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StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Jaguar Type 01: not on sale yet, so Jaguar hasn't published length, width, height, wheelbase and kerb weight, plus 9 others.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The Jaguar Type 01 starts from $300,000 before on-road costs, while the Porsche Taycan opens at $181,200. That makes the Porsche Taycan the more affordable entry point by $118,800.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $330,000 and $199,320 respectively.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Recalls on our record
Jaguar Type 01
None open on our record
Porsche Taycan
- REC-006533 · published 28 Jan 2026Due to a manufacturing issue, the wiring harness under the front seats may not have been positioned according to specifications.Year range on the notice: 2024 - 2025
- REC-006203 · published 9 Dec 2024Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective.Year range on the notice: 2019 - 2024
- REC-006202 · published 9 Dec 2024Due to a manufacturing issue, the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may be defective.Year range on the notice: 2019 - 2023
- 8 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Charging Times
How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.
How long to charge
89kWh usablePublic DC
50kW charger · 0–80%
Ultra-rapid DC
up to 270kW · 0–80%
Estimates from usable battery size and the car's max charge rates (22kW AC, 270kW DC). Real times vary with temperature, starting charge, charger output and the charging curve.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Porsche Taycan counters with Apple CarPlay, head-up display, heated front seats, power tailgate, V2L and BOSE audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Jaguar Type 01 runs a pure electric powertrain producing 757kW, sent through its transmission to a AWD layout.
The Porsche Taycan responds with a Electric making 300kW and 410Nm, paired to a 2-speed auto driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.8 seconds.
The Jaguar Type 01 has the clear power advantage at 757kW vs 300kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.7m diameter
Average
Based on 11.7m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.2 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
2.0 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Jaguar Type 01 if: You prioritise performance, or prefer Jaguar's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Porsche Taycan if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Porsche's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Porsche Taycan: Top CarSorted Score, 56 vs 46
The Porsche Taycan comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (56 vs 46), taking 2 of 4 key spec rows below and coming in at a lower price. The deciding gaps: energy efficiency (Jaguar Type 01 ahead by 52), performance (Porsche Taycan ahead by 25), reliability (Porsche Taycan ahead by 20). The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
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Common questions
Which is cheapest, Jaguar Type 01 and Porsche Taycan?
The Porsche Taycan is the cheapest at $181,200 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Jaguar Type 01 by $118,800.
Which has the longest driving range?
The Jaguar Type 01 has the most range at 720km (WLTP).
Which charges fastest?
The Porsche Taycan accepts the highest DC charging at up to 270kW.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Jaguar Type 01 and Porsche Taycan carry a published ANCAP rating yet, so there is no crash result to compare. Check back as they are tested.
Which is the most powerful?
The Jaguar Type 01 makes the most power at 757kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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