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Mercedes E-Class vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or Polestar 2?

Mercedes E-Class vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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

E-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Polestar 2 is moderately cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,328 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 543 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

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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 E-Class offers somewhat more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers marginally more torque with 750 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

E-Class

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers visibly more boot space – 540 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 219 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
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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Comfortable car, beautiful lines, powerful and economical to run.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 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
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,880 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
530 - 640 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class have?

The Mercedes E-Class is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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