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Kia Sportage vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Polestar 2?

Kia Sportage vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Kia Sportage

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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • visibly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Kia Sportage is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,028 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 593 km more than the Kia Sportage.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 2 offers visibly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 188 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 Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

Sportage

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, Kia Sportage is visibly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 517 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers noticeably more boot space – 587 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries visibly more – 580 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 159 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is far 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.

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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
Kia Sportage
Polestar 2

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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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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Kia Sportage
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
67 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,865 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
533 - 580 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Polestar
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