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Mercedes EQE vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (57,600 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQE or Polestar 2?

Mercedes EQE vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Mercedes EQE

4.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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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

EQE

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 2 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Mercedes EQE costs 57,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,597 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQE. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQE offers marginally more range – reaching up to 691 km, about 32 km more than the Polestar 2.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes EQE offers noticeably more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 149 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQE is very slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQE delivers visibly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

EQE

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, Polestar 2 is somewhat lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 360 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQE offers only slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQE carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQE is clearly superior 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 £57,600
EQE

Mercedes EQE

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 - 625 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 502 - 691 km
Mercedes EQE
Polestar 2

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Mercedes EQE

The Mercedes EQE glides like a silk-wrapped saloon from the future, pairing whisper-quiet refinement with a high-tech cabin that feels both modern and indulgent. For buyers who want electric luxury without shouting about it, the EQE is composed, comfortably confident, and just smug enough to feel special.

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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 EQE
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,600 - 94,900 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
502 - 691 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
90.5 - 96 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 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
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,540 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,946 - 4,964 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,961 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,492 - 1,510 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
545 - 600 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 - 625 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
210 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
550 - 950 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
195 - 460 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
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