Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 5 Series Touring has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52500 £, while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £. That’s a price difference of around 515 £.
As for range, the Polestar 4 performs significantly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 522 km more than the BMW 5 Series Touring.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Touring has a distinct edge – offering 727 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs slightly 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: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls noticeable stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 314 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
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In curb weight, BMW 5 Series Touring is noticeable lighter – 1850 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers minimal more room – 570 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1700 L, which is about 164 L more than the Polestar 4.
When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring noticeable takes the win – 620 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.
Overall, the Polestar 4 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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 BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.
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
52500 - 125500 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 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
66 - 98 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
53 - 157 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1850 - 2550 kg
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Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
5060 - 5096 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1900 - 1970 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1515 - 1516 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
500 - 620 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Polestar
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The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.