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NIO ET5 vs Polestar 4 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (490 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (40700 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Polestar 4?

NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40700 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12343 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 4: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the NIO ET5 with 18.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 performs minimal better – achieving up to 620 km, about 30 km more than the NIO ET5.

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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 Polestar 4 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 544 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: NIO ET5 pulls minimal stronger with 700 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 14 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, NIO ET5 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2215 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers noticeable more room – 526 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs noticeable better – up to 1536 L, which is about 401 L more than the NIO ET5.

When it comes to payload, NIO ET5 minimal takes the win – 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 leads convincingly 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.

NIO ET5
Polestar 4

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km

NIO ET5

5 (1 Reviews)
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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

5 (3 Reviews)
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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

Price
40700 - 58700 £
Price
53100 - 59900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2215 - 2235 kg
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
4790 mm
Length
4840 mm
Width
1960 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1499 mm
Height
1534 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 L
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Payload
455 - 475 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the NIO ET5 have?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.