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Mercedes AMG GT vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or Polestar 2?

Mercedes AMG GT vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Polestar 2

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

AMG GT

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.

Polestar 2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,513 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 648 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

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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 Mercedes AMG GT offers substantially more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

AMG GT

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Polestar 2 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is a bit lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 2 carries clearly more – 421 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 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 : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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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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Mercedes AMG GT
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,929 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Mercedes AMG GT?

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

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