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Nissan Qashqai vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Polestar 2?

Nissan Qashqai vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

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.

Nissan Qashqai is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,386 £.

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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 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 271 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Nissan Qashqai is very slightly faster – reaching 206 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

Qashqai

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, Nissan Qashqai is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 595 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers moderately more boot space – 504 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,447 L, about 352 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries a bit more – 520 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is clearly superior overall 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
Nissan Qashqai
Polestar 2

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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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Nissan Qashqai
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,425 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Polestar
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