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Vauxhall Astra vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (196 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Polestar 2?

Vauxhall Astra vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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.

Vauxhall Astra is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 205 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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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 196 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

Astra

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is clearly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 577 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers only slightly more boot space – 422 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries slightly more – 502 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is decisively 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.

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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
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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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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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Vauxhall Astra
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 - 130 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
438 - 502 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Polestar
Is the Vauxhall Astra offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Astra is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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