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Polestar 2 vs Mercedes C-Class EQ comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 489 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 58,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Mercedes C-Class EQ?

Polestar 2 vs Mercedes C-Class EQ: Key differences

Polestar 2

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  • markedly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • marginally more power
  • barely more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Polestar 2 is markedly cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class EQ costs 58,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,876 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes C-Class EQ is barely more efficient: consuming 14.3 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 2. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers a bit more range – reaching up to 753 km, about 94 km more than the Polestar 2.

C-Class EQ

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 Mercedes C-Class EQ offers marginally more power – delivering 489 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class EQ is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class EQ delivers marginally more torque with 800 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 60 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 somewhat lighter – 2,069 kg compared to 2,460 kg. The difference is around 391 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class EQ offers moderately more boot space – 470 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class EQ carries a bit more – 505 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class EQ sits just ahead overall 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 £58,000
C-Class EQ

Mercedes C-Class EQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 489 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 706 - 753 km
Polestar 2
Mercedes C-Class EQ

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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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Mercedes C-Class EQ

The Mercedes C‑Class EQ blends the familiar poise and luxury of the C‑Class with Mercedes' EQ electric ethos, delivering a quietly refined and modern driving experience. Inside, it pairs upscale materials and tech-forward touches with a composed ride that suits both city commuting and longer journeys.

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Polestar 2
Mercedes C-Class EQ

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Price
58,000 - 67,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.3 - 15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Electric Range
706 - 753 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Curb weight
2,460 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
4,606 mm
Length
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Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,892 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
412 - 421 kg
Payload
505 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
299 - 476 HP
Power HP
489 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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