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Mercedes EQS vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (93,900 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Polestar 4?

Mercedes EQS vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit more trunk space

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

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.

Polestar 4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 93,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,843 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 816 km, about 196 km more than the Polestar 4.

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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.

Both models deliver identical power – 544 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes EQS is very slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers clearly more torque with 858 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 172 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, Polestar 4 is moderately lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,545 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers a bit more boot space – 610 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,770 L, about 234 L more than the Polestar 4.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries moderately more – 565 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS has only a minor advantage 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 £93,900
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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 790 - 816 km
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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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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

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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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 EQS
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption
Price
93,900 - 123,500 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,545 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
5,223 mm
Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
1,512 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,770 L
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
550 - 565 kg
Payload
455 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
360 - 544 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS?

The Mercedes EQS is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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