2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+

The Porsche Taycan is one of the best cars on the road today, electric or not. The Taycan 4S trim may not be able to touch the whopping 422 miles of range we got with the EQS 450+, but it logged a respectable 323 miles in our real-world testing. It's not as opulent or spacious as the EQS, but it's comfortable, well appointed and way more fun to drive.

The Tesla Model S made EVs sexy and aspirational, even with fairly stark interiors and quirky software. But since its debut more than a decade ago, the Model S' sleek styling, eye-bending acceleration, and impressive practicality have made it a benchmark for how cars of the future can look and behave. Rolling updates have kept the Model S relevant as its competition grows, but build quality is still short of what you'll find in the Mercedes. Access to Tesla's vast Supercharger network is one of the Model S' real advantages, though.

Although based on the Porsche Taycan, the Audi e-tron GT offers its own design, tech and feel. Its bold styling has arguably more personality than the sleek EQS and the e-tron base model makes more power. The Audi is also just more fun and responsive to drive. The EQS gets you more available driver aids, longer range and greater overall comfort, however.