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Mercedes AMG GT vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or Polestar 5?

Mercedes AMG GT vs Polestar 5: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Polestar 5

  • marginally cheaper
  • barely more power
  • significantly 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:

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

Polestar 5 is marginally cheaper – starting at 101,700 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 847 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 670 km, about 659 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 Polestar 5 offers barely more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 816 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Polestar 5 takes 3.2 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers noticeably more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 1,015 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm more.

AMG GT

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Polestar 5 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is markedly lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 672 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 5 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.

from £101,700
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Polestar 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 748 - 884 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 565 - 670 km
Mercedes AMG GT
Polestar 5

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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 5

The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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Mercedes AMG GT
Polestar 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
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
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,929 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
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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
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
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