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Mercedes E-Class vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or Polestar 4?

Mercedes E-Class vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • markedly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • significantly more electric range
  • marginally 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:

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

Mercedes E-Class is only slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,567 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 504 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.

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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 Mercedes E-Class offers only slightly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes E-Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is markedly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class offers marginally more boot space – 540 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 14 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries visibly more – 640 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 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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Reviews Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Carlos
11 Apr 2026, 20:47:10

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

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Polestar 4

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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Reviews Polestar 4

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Didier
6 Jun 2026, 19:04:29

Beautiful car with exceptional comfort. Tesla is still the more affordable car, but if I'm going to drive, I'd go with Polestar without hesitation.

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Alain Lescadres
2 Jun 2026, 01:50:33

Fantastic car in all ways

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Dave
21 May 2026, 08:55:02

Very nice comfort and interior feel. Big wide car with great seating front and rear.

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Carlos
21 Jan 2026, 19:23:48

The Polestar 4 has a very attractive design that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The interior is elegant, comfortable and finished with good materials.
Easy to drive, great grip on the tarmac and strong acceleration.
For the price, there are things to improve to be competitive with other brands of equal quality and technology; it needs meaningful upgrades — e.g., better driving ADAS, true autonomous parking and the ability to move the car remotely if you can’t get inside. Improving charging times is essential, and not having a rear window while relying on a camera in the interior mirror shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Otherwise, a spectacular car with a gorgeous design.

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Mercedes E-Class
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
455 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
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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