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BMW iX vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Polestar 2?

BMW iX vs Polestar 2: Key differences

BMW iX

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,409 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the BMW iX. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 42 km more than the Polestar 2.

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Engine and Performance:

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 BMW iX offers visibly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers clearly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Polestar 2 is markedly lighter – 2,069 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers a bit more boot space – 500 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries markedly more – 575 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is clearly ahead 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.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
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Massimiliano La Vignma
5 Feb 2026, 13:42:39

Innovative, with generous interior space but at the expense of the boot. I have an M60 — strong acceleration and excellent self-charging, especially on the motorway.

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Polestar 2

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar
Is the BMW iX offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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