2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs 2027 Porsche Taycan
The Porsche Taycan wins clearly, 100 to 70.2, on fuel & range.
2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
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2027 Porsche Taycan
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2027 Porsche Taycan
Clear winThe Porsche Taycan wins clearly, 100 to 70.2, on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2027 Porsche Taycanoverall 100 | 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Classoverall 70.2 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 30.5 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Overall | 100 | 70.2 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 2 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Porsche Taycan: base trim Taycan RWD · Mercedes-Benz C-Class: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Porsche Taycan wins
- It costs $1,850 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($800 against $2,650).
- It is rated 93 combined against 29 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
1 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Porsche TaycanTaycan RWD | Mercedes-Benz C-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $111,900 | — |
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
16 features · differences first, then sharedInfotainment11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Porsche TaycanTaycan RWD | Mercedes-Benz C-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Navigation with precise online route calculation, 3D building displays and optimized Charging Planner | std | — |
| AI-supported Voice Pilot with natural conversation, Google-supported POI search, follow-up questions without repeating wake word, voice-activated charging flap, voice-based owner's manual | std | — |
| App Center with first- and third-party apps (audio/video streaming, navigation, parking, charging) downloadable and updatable in-system | std | — |
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (expanded integration) | std | — |
| Battery state of health display | std | — |
| E-Shift including GT Sport steering wheel with paddles | opt | — |
| New Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with up to 5x higher computing power | std | — |
| Over-the-air updates (OTA) for the infotainment system | std | — |
| Porsche Digital Interaction (PDI) operating concept with 3D vehicle model, freely configurable widgets, Themes app, minimalist icons and dynamic animations | std | — |
| Porsche Electric Sport Sound (reinterpreted, adapts to driving situation based on load and wheel speed) | opt | — |
| Smartphone tray with magnetic ring mount with up to 25 watts of charging power | std | — |
Exterior1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Porsche TaycanTaycan RWD | Mercedes-Benz C-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Paint to Sample catalog — 153 colors (including 16 new colors for MY2027 such as Shark Blue, Python Green, Loretta Purple, Rose Red) | std | — |
Powertrain4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Porsche TaycanTaycan RWD | Mercedes-Benz C-Class |
|---|---|---|
| E-Shift with virtual gear changes (8 simulated gears, automatic and manual modes, gear-specific drag torque, virtual rev limiter, virtual rev counter, gear indicator with shift light) | opt | — |
| J1772 AC charging port (driver-side fender) | std | — |
| NACS native DC fast charging port (passenger-side fender) with CCS adapter included | std | — |
| Performance Battery Plus (105 kWh) with 320 kW max DC fast charge rating | std | — |
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.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Porsche TaycanTaycan RWD | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $111,900 (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | $111,900 6 trims | — |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Taycan 4 Perf Battery Plus 19in All Season | C300 |
| 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 2027 Porsche Taycan or the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The Porsche Taycan wins clearly, 100 to 70.2, on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Porsche Taycan scores 100 and the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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 2027 Porsche Taycan or the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
2027 Porsche Taycan: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: no NHTSA rating yet, 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 biggest differences between the 2027 Porsche Taycan and the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Where the 2027 Porsche Taycan wins: it costs $1,850 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($800 against $2,650) and is rated 93 combined against 29 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.