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Ford Ranger vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Polestar 2?

Ford Ranger vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Ford Ranger

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Polestar 2

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Polestar 2 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,277 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 617 km more than the Ford Ranger.

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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 Polestar 2 offers significantly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers marginally more torque with 740 Nm compared to 697 Nm. That’s about 43 Nm more.

Ranger

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 moderately lighter – 2,069 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 336 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 568 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is decisively ahead 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 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 km
Ford Ranger
Polestar 2

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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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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Ford Ranger
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plug-in 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
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Polestar
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