At a glance
Here is how the two models stack up on the specs that matter most.
| Specification | IONIQ 6 SE Long Range | Taycan |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 581 km | 570 km |
| Battery | 77.4 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency | 13.3 kWh/100km | 19.1 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 s | 5.4 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~18 min | ~22 min |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Price | $44,950 | $90,000 |
| Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.7/5 |
| Estimated running cost / year | $299 | $430 |
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range wins 5 of 8 categories, making it our pick in this head-to-head.
Range & efficiency
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range is rated for 581 km of range versus 570 km for the Taycan. That is effectively a tie - neither offers a meaningful range advantage.
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range consumes about 13.3 kWh per 100 km versus 19.1 kWh for the Taycan - so the IONIQ 6 SE Long Range is the cheaper and greener option per kilometre.
Performance
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range reaches 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds versus 5.4 for the Taycan. Taycan is the quicker car, though real-world feel also depends on power delivery and weight.
Charging
Fast charging from 10-80% takes about 18 minutes in the IONIQ 6 SE Long Range and 22 minutes in the Taycan. IONIQ 6 SE Long Range spends less time at the plug on road trips.
Space & comfort
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range seats 5 and the Taycan seats 4. Check the full spec sheet for cargo volume.
Price & running costs
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range lists at $44,950 and the Taycan at $90,000. At 15,000 km per year, estimated running costs are about $299/yr versus $430/yr.
Verdict
The IONIQ 6 SE Long Range is our pick, taking 5 of 8 categories in this head-to-head. It leads on the longer range (581 km vs 570 km), the lower consumption (13.3 kWh/100km vs 19.1 kWh/100km) and the faster 10-80% charging (~18 min vs ~22 min). That said, the Taycan is still the better buy if driving dynamics are your priority (quicker 0-100 in 5.4 s), or you need the extra cargo space (407 L vs 0 L).