Porsche Taycan vs Mercedes-Benz EQS

The Porsche Taycan starts from $156,300 before on-road costs, while the Mercedes-Benz EQS opens at $209,900. That makes the Porsche Taycan the more affordable entry point by $53,600.

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 $171,930 and $230,890 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Porsche Taycan and Mercedes-Benz EQS hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Mercedes-Benz EQS packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Porsche Taycan.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. The Mercedes-Benz EQS adds a 360-degree camera that the Porsche Taycan misses.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Porsche Taycan stands out with Apple CarPlay, V2L and BOSE audio that you will not find on the Mercedes-Benz EQS. The Mercedes-Benz EQS counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, panoramic roof, ventilated seats, Burmester audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Porsche Taycan uses a Electric producing 300kW and 345Nm of torque, sent through a 2-speed auto to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.8 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS responds with a Electric making 245kW and 568Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.2 seconds.

The Porsche Taycan has the clear power advantage at 300kW vs 245kW. In the real-world sprint, the Porsche Taycan is 1.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 79.2kWh (Porsche Taycan) vs 107.8kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQS), giving WLTP ranges of 503km and 708km. DC fast charging peaks at 270kW (Porsche Taycan) vs 200kW (Mercedes-Benz EQS).

The Porsche Taycan measures 4,963mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 253mm shorter than the Mercedes-Benz EQS at 5,216mm (3,210mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 407L in the Porsche Taycan and 610L in the Mercedes-Benz EQS, giving the Mercedes-Benz EQS a 203L advantage. The Mercedes-Benz EQS seats 5 vs 4.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 3 years / 999,999km (Porsche Taycan) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQS). The Mercedes-Benz EQS has longer coverage.