Compare performance (367 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (40200 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Polestar 4?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi A5 Avant has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40200 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12900 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 512 km more than the Audi A5 Avant.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 544 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Audi A5 Avant takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Avant performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls somewhat stronger with 686 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 136 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Polestar 4 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Audi A5 Avant is evident lighter – 1785 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers hardly perceptible more room – 526 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1536 L, which is about 112 L more than the Audi A5 Avant.
When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Avant somewhat takes the win – 535 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Overall, the Polestar 4 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.
detailsThe Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Price
40200 - 70000 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
104 - 108 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
47 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1785 - 2185 kg
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Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4829 - 4835 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1444 - 1460 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1306 - 1424 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
480 - 535 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 367 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
214 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
280 - 550 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 270 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Polestar
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The Audi A5 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.