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NIO ET5 vs Polestar 4 comparison
Compare performance (490 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Polestar 4?
ET5
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
NIO ET5 is markedly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,343 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 30 km more than the NIO ET5.
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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 Polestar 4 offers marginally more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers very slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 14 Nm more.
ET5
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, NIO ET5 is very slightly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers noticeably more boot space – 526 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,536 L, about 401 L more than the NIO ET5.
When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries only slightly more – 475 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 4 comes out clearly ahead 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 £53,100
Polestar 4
NIO ET5
Polestar 4
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NIO ET5
NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.
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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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NIO ET5
Polestar 4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4,790 mm
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Length
4,840 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Height
1,534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
490 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
360 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
NIO
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Brand
Polestar
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