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Vauxhall Mokka vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (23,000 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Mokka or Polestar 2?

Vauxhall Mokka vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Vauxhall Mokka

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mokka

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 Mokka is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,943 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Mokka. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 256 km more than the Vauxhall Mokka.

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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 offers substantially more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 195 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 Vauxhall Mokka takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Vauxhall Mokka is barely faster – reaching 209 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 345 Nm. That’s about 395 Nm more.

Mokka

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Mokka is clearly lighter – 1,294 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 721 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers somewhat more boot space – 405 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Mokka offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,105 L, about 10 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 2 carries marginally more – 421 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 stands 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.

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
Vauxhall Mokka
Polestar 2

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Vauxhall Mokka

The Opel Mokka cuts a smart, modern silhouette that feels right at home in the city while still turning heads on the open road. It's a practical, easy-to-live-with crossover that blends comfy driving manners with enough flair and tech to keep daily commutes interesting — and it won’t make you regret trading up.

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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 Mokka
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,000 - 40,500 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
336 - 403 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,294 - 1,672 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,150 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,787 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,515 - 1,535 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,060 - 1,105 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
388 - 400 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 281 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
150 - 209 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 207 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Polestar
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