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BMW 7 Series vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Polestar 2?

BMW 7 Series vs Polestar 2: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • moderately more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Polestar 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,780 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 579 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

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Engine and Performance:

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 7 Series offers moderately more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW 7 Series takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers barely more torque with 800 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Polestar 2 is somewhat lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers visibly more boot space – 540 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 244 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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BMW 7 Series
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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