2026 BMW 3 Series vs 2026 Porsche Taycan
The Porsche Taycan wins clearly, 100 to 70.2, on fuel & range.
2026 BMW 3 Series
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2026 Porsche Taycan
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2026 Porsche Taycan
Clear winThe Porsche Taycan wins clearly, 100 to 70.2, on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2026 Porsche Taycanoverall 100 | 2026 BMW 3 Seriesoverall 70.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 30.5 |
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 100 |
| Space & cargow 2 | no data | no data |
| Performancew 2 | no data | no data |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 100 | 70.2 |
Porsche Taycan: model-level data · BMW 3 Series: base trim M340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
24 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $75,200 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,998 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 3.0L Inline 6-cylinder TwinPower Turbo with 48-volt mild hybrid |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 386 hp |
| Torque | — | 398 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 2.81 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in |
| Overall height | — | 56.7 in |
| Overall length | — | 186 in |
| Overall width | — | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 112 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 16.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 4,008 lbs |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric Power Steering (EPS) with Servotronic function |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 19.7 ft |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 19 in |
| Wheel width | — | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 225/40 R19 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 15.6 gal |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
21 features · differences first, then sharedSafety4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Surround View with 3D View | — | std |
| Rear View Camera | — | std |
| Active Park Distance Control | — | opt |
| Parking Assistant Plus | — | opt |
Infotainment2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| BMW Curved Display with Head-Up Display | — | opt |
| Harman Kardon Surround Sound System | — | opt |
Seating1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Merino Leather Upholstery | — | std |
Interior1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon Fiber Interior Trim | — | std |
Exterior9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 19-inch M Dual-spoke Bicolor Black 792M wheels | — | std |
| Adaptive Full LED Lights | — | opt |
| All-Season Runflat Tires | — | std |
| BMW Individual Paint | — | std |
| Extended Shadowline Trim | — | opt |
| M Performance Exhaust | — | std |
| M Performance Rear Spoiler in Carbon Fiber | — | std |
| M Shadowline Lights | — | opt |
| M Sport Package Professional | — | opt |
Powertrain3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive | — | std |
| 8-speed STEPTRONIC transmission | — | std |
| TwinPower Turbo and 48-volt mild hybrid technology | — | std |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD |
|---|---|---|
| M Sport Brakes | — | opt |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPPorsche Taycan
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
BMW 3 Series
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Porsche Taycan | BMW 3 SeriesM340i xDrive 50 Jahre Edition AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $75,200 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $75,200 1 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Taycan 4 Perf Battery Plus 19in All-Season (M+S) | 330i xDrive Sedan |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 93 | 29 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $800 | $2,650 |
| EV range | 315 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Porsche Taycan or the 2026 BMW 3 Series?
The Porsche Taycan wins clearly, 100 to 70.2, on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Porsche Taycan scores 100 and the 2026 BMW 3 Series 70.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Porsche Taycan or the 2026 BMW 3 Series?
2026 Porsche Taycan: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 BMW 3 Series: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the differences between the 2026 Porsche Taycan and the 2026 BMW 3 Series?
This page puts 24 specifications and 21 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.