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Hyundai Tucson vs Polestar 4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Polestar 4?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

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.

Hyundai Tucson has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32160 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 performs significantly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 550 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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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 4 has a convincingly edge – offering 544 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 256 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs minimal better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls decisively stronger with 686 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 307 Nm difference.

Tucson

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is clearly lighter – 1542 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 688 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers somewhat more room – 620 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs to a small extent better – up to 1799 L, which is about 263 L more than the Polestar 4.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £53,100
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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
Hyundai Tucson
Polestar 4

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Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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The 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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Hyundai Tucson
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
53100 - 59900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4840 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1534 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.