Vauxhall Astra vs Polestar 2 comparison

Q: How much power does the Vauxhall Astra deliver on the road?

Up to 196 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the Vauxhall Astra use?

On average, the Vauxhall Astra consumes 2.20 L.

Q: What are the Vauxhall Astra’s WLTP consumption values in kWh/100 km?

In the WLTP cycle, the Vauxhall Astra consumes around 15.30 kWh.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the Vauxhall Astra?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 454 km.

Q: Is the Polestar 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 2 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Polestar 2's engine?

Up to 476 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much electricity does the Polestar 2 use per 100 km?

Average electricity consumption is 14.80 kWh.

Q: What is the electric driving range of the Polestar 2?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 659 km.

Q: How large is the Polestar 2’s battery?

The Polestar 2 comes with a 78 kWh battery.

Compare performance (196 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (28300 £ vs 42000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Polestar 2?

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Vauxhall Astra vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)

decisively cheaper
clearly lighter
hardly perceptible more trunk space

Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)

clearly more power
hardly perceptible more efficient
distinct more electric range
significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Astra

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.

Vauxhall Astra has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28300 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 2: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 15.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 performs distinct better – achieving up to 659 km, about 205 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

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 Polestar 2 has a clearly edge – offering 476 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls clearly stronger with 740 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is clearly lighter – 1438 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 577 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers hardly perceptible more room – 422 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra slightly takes the win – 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 sits well ahead of its rival 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

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Polestar 2

Price : 42000 - 57400 £
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
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
Battery Capacity : 78 kWh
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.2 - 6.4 s
Model Year : 2024
Max Speed : 205 km/h
Torque : 490 - 740 Nm
Doors : 5
Model : 2
Modell : 2 Long Range Dual Motor (82 kWh), 2 Long Range Single Motor (82 kWh), 2 Standard Range Single Motor (70 kWh)
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : Performance Paket
Power kW : 200 - 350 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity : 405 L
Length : 4606 mm
Width : 1859 mm
Height : 1473 - 1479 mm
Brand : Polestar
Max trunk capacity : 1095 L
Payload : 375 - 421 kg

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Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)

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

5 (1 Reviews)

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 28300 - 37900 £	Price 42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km 2.2 - 4.9 L	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km 15.30 kWh	Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range 83 - 454 km	Electric Range 554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 78 kWh
co2 0 - 130 g/km	co2 0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity -	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type Sedan
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors -	Doors 5
Curb weight 1438 - 1733 kg	Curb weight 2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity 310 - 422 L	Trunk capacity 405 L
Length -	Length 4606 mm
Width 1859 mm	Width 1859 mm
Height -	Height 1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity -	Max trunk capacity 1095 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 -	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 1199 - 1598 cm3	Engine capacity -