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Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Polestar 5?

Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Polestar 5: Key differences

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Polestar 5

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Rocks Electric

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 94,809 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 670 km, about 595 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

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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 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 876 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 5 delivers considerably more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 975 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Polestar 5 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 1,904 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric holds a decisive overall lead 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Polestar 5

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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Polestar 5

The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Polestar 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
558 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,388 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
142 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
40 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Polestar
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