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Polestar 2 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Mercedes E Class Wagon?

Polestar 2 vs Mercedes E Class Wagon: Key differences

Polestar 2

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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • somewhat more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Polestar 2 is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the Mercedes E Class Wagon costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,641 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 550 km more than the Mercedes E Class Wagon.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers somewhat more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Mercedes E Class Wagon is marginally lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers clearly more boot space – 615 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 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.

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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
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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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The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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Mercedes E Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Length
4,606 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
540 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Polestar 2 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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