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Honda e:Ny1 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda e:Ny1 or Polestar 2?

Honda e:Ny1 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Honda e:Ny1

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Honda e:Ny1 is visibly cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,742 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the Honda e:Ny1. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 247 km more than the Honda e:Ny1.

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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 Polestar 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Honda e:Ny1 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is clearly faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Honda e:Ny1 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 430 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, Honda e:Ny1 is somewhat lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 339 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers somewhat more boot space – 405 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Honda e:Ny1 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,176 L, about 81 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 2 carries a bit more – 421 kg compared to 350 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 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.

from £45,200
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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
Honda e:Ny1
Polestar 2

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Honda e:Ny1

The Honda e:Ny1 arrives as a cheeky, compact electric crossover that blends bold styling with clever practicality, perfect for city life and weekend escapes. Inside it's clean and tech-forward, offering a relaxed driving experience with enough space and refinement to make daily commutes feel surprisingly grown-up — and yes, the smile factor is real.

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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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Honda e:Ny1
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 36,000 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
412 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,730 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
344 - 361 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,387 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,584 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,136 - 1,176 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
350 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Polestar
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