Audi RS e-tron GT v Porsche Taycan Turbo - which is best?

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If you’re in the market for an imposing & powerful electric car, it doesn’t get much better than these two - the Audi RS e-tron GT & the Porsche Taycan Turbo!

You see, under the skin, they’re effectively the same car. But the question is, which should you choose? Well Mat’s here to help you decide!

Let’s start with the Audi. Powered by two electric motors (one at the front, one at the back) and combined they can produce 598hp. However, the e-tron GT also comes with a boost function, which for 2.5 seconds will deliver 646hp! Not only that, but Audi claim it can hit 60mph in just 3.3 seconds.

Pretty impressive, right? Well the Taycan Turbo can easily match it! It also comes equipped with two electric motors, which combine to deliver 687hp when you launch it! It’s also claimed to be able to hit 60mph in just 3.2 seconds - so it’s slightly quicker & more powerful than the e-tron!

But is that enough to sway your decision towards the Porsche over the Audi? It's time to find out!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:53 Price
01:56 Exterior Design
03:57 Interior
07:27 Back Seats
09:14 Boots
10:33 Batteries & Charging
12:39 Driving - Taycan
14:56 0-60mph - Taycan
15:50 0-60mph - RS e-tron GT
16:12 Driving - RS e-tron GT
19:10 Verdict

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[theundiscoveredjourney_]

*Porsche vs AUDI* exists

Volkswagen : Proud of you my children.

[MrZotteltier]

As a German there’s only one thing I want to tell you: never change, Mat.

[timharris]

E-tron GT. Love the interior way too much. Everything just makes sense, it doesn't try to change it up and go ultra modern just because it's an EV.

[Auditography]

I just dragraced the RS E-Tron GT in the very same spec, against the 2021 R8 V10 Performance. And boy was I surprised by the result. I guess we just have to embrace the future...

[stevereisman]

Having had an EV (Jaguar I-pace) for about 2 years, let me tell you how sporty EV's are mostly driven: even though the range says 225-240 miles, you'll not get that unless you get stuck in freeway traffic going along at 10-20mph with no A/C or heat going. Once you get up to about 60mph, turn on the A/C or hit any hills....your range will start to drop. For the most part, you'll drive efficiently and preserve your range....but every now and then, you unleash the monster and have some fun. I'd say I drive like nice & clean about 98% of the time and just open it up every now and then.

Between these 2 cars, I'd buy the Porsche because it's the real-deal badass name and may carry better resale. If you're gonna go big, hit it hard and do it right. As for popping for the upper echelon model and getting all the options....it's fun to have the flagship and never feel outdone but it's hardly worth the cost in terms of practicality. Trust me, the Jag is damn fast enough for anyone....when you're doing 90mph it feels like 60mph and when I let friends drive it I constantly have to point out how fast they're going without realizing it. As for acceleration, it'll pin you to the seat plenty fine. No, it's not a Plaid Tesla but the honest difference in speed is paper impressive but real world marginal.

The bigger problem is that there's gonna be some INCREDIBLE stuff coming down the line in a couple years so is blowing big coin on today's tech really the smart move? I mean, heck, if Ford EV's the new Bronco I'd jump on that and wait for a legit 2-door sport car that'll smoke the Taycan cause at the end of the day it's still a big-ass 4-seater SEDAN/HATCHBACK/CROSSOVER and not a real hardcore legit sports car....things to think about but a GREAT problem to have!

[kishorkanna]

*"Change it up lil bit, so the teacher won't know"*

[Rodrigoxki]

I'd personally take the Taycan based on the looks (the thing I can compare from outside).
Driven the Taycan 4S and was mesmerized by the performance and steering feel, but have to try out the eTron. Doubt it will better the Taycan's experience though
I rarely see well spec'd Taycans for my taste however, I feel like the Audi is easier to get it right w/o splashing so much cash on extras

[LonelySandwich]

I actually prefer the looks of the E Tron GT over Taycan



But I'm broke so it doesn't matter for me lol :) :(

[Usengwayo]

I just recently fell in love with the RS E-Tron

[boostav]

10:12 Missed opportunity for a remake of the Jean-Claude Van Damme Volvo split.

[ahijithmelath]

Normal people says: "Rubbish"
Me : "RUBBISH!"
MAT:" RaaaBisshH!"

[jamescartier]

Such amazing vehicles. Twenty years ago, cars like this were reserved for science fiction, both re: looks and technology.

[johnjerrehian]

Both seem like great cars. There are two main differences for me. The Audi's interior- Simple and familiar. Also, the Taycan is very similar looking to other Porsche's, the Audi is unique in it's styling all to itself. I guess one can't go wrong with either if you want to spend the money on either of these vehicles.

[abassi]

I’ll take the E-Tron GT just to be different and cause I like the interior tech better as there are less screens. Looks better too imo. Def not biased as an Audi owner 😂

[swwdhcool]

12:34 I was scared af Since my Phone was at full volume
Really shocked LOL 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[adamkhan]

Seen a few nice taycans for last few months and just saw my first Rs GT today. Have to say audi was stunning way more road prescence that this film doesnt portray. Audi looked really special

[Minhson]

I have driven both and I have decided to buy the etron gt. It looks in reality way better than the Taycan and its more comfortable to drive. My friend have the Taycan and he said the same, that the etron GT looks more stunni!

[micglou]

I would be equally happy with one or the other... they both look great, performance is amazing, interior well sorted... well maybe, just slightly I would prefer the Porsche because I'm still not a fan of the "grill" on the Audi and those very visible sensor underneath.

[Eshan-yw]

you should have mentioned that you can get glass roof on the audi as a free upgrade if you choose the rs version

[MAH-]

I think I'm in love with the Taycan. The more Taycans I see on the road, the more I wish I had one😢 such a beautiful masterpiece of a production. Wow!