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Polestar 2 vs Jaguar I-Pace comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 79,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Jaguar I-Pace?

Polestar 2 vs Jaguar I-Pace: Key differences

Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly 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

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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.

Polestar 2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,209 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is considerably more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 25.2 kWh/100km for the Jaguar I-Pace. That’s a difference of about 10.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 190 km more than the Jaguar I-Pace.

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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 slightly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Jaguar I-Pace takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is marginally faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Jaguar I-Pace tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers marginally more torque with 740 Nm compared to 696 Nm. That’s about 44 Nm more.

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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, Polestar 2 is slightly lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 211 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers markedly more boot space – 638 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 233 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Jaguar I-Pace offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,453 L, about 358 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar I-Pace carries only slightly more – 444 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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 £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
Polestar 2
Jaguar I-Pace

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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Polestar 2
Jaguar I-Pace

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
469 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
638 L
Length
4,606 mm
Length
4,682 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
696 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
294 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Jaguar
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