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NIO EL7 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Polestar 2?

NIO EL7 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • markedly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,180 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 7.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 158 km more than the NIO EL7.

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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 NIO EL7 offers markedly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is barely faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the NIO EL7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL7 delivers moderately more torque with 850 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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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 moderately lighter – 2,069 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL7 offers noticeably more boot space – 570 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL7 offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,545 L, about 450 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL7 carries a bit more – 469 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 has the upper hand 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 £63,300
EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 384 - 501 km
NIO EL7
Polestar 2

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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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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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NIO EL7
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
412 - 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Polestar
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