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NIO ET5 Wagon vs Polestar 2 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (490 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (40700 £ vs 42000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 Wagon or Polestar 2?

NIO ET5 Wagon

Polestar 2

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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.

NIO ET5 Wagon has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40700 £, while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £. That’s a price difference of around 1277 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 2: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the NIO ET5 Wagon with 19.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.50 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 659 km, about 99 km more than the NIO ET5 Wagon.

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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 NIO ET5 Wagon has a slight edge – offering 490 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 Wagon is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.20 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 205 km/h, while the NIO ET5 Wagon tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 740 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Polestar 2 is slightly lighter – 2015 kg compared to 2265 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

In terms of boot space, the NIO ET5 Wagon offers hardly perceptible more room – 450 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the NIO ET5 Wagon performs somewhat better – up to 1300 L, which is about 205 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, NIO ET5 Wagon slight takes the win – 465 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be only a minor advantage and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £42,000
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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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NIO ET5 Wagon
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NIO ET5 Wagon

The NIO ET5 Wagon blends sleek fastback styling with the sensible practicality of a wagon, delivering a premium-feeling cabin and clever cargo space that keeps life neatly packed. For buyers who want electric refinement without sacrificing family-hauler utility, the ET5 Wagon offers quiet, eager performance and smart packaging that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally enjoyable — yes, even with the dog and the golf clubs.

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Polestar 2

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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 ET5 Wagon
Polestar 2
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Costs and Consumption
Price
40700 - 58700 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 19.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
435 - 560 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2265 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4790 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1960 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1499 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
445 - 465 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
200 - 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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What drive types are available for the NIO ET5 Wagon?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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