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Polestar 2 vs Porsche Cayenne – Which model is better for everyday use?

Two cars, one duel: Polestar 2 meets Porsche Cayenne.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

2 @ Polestar

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 45009 £.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs decisively better – achieving up to 659 km, about 576 km more than the Porsche Cayenne.

Cayenne @ Porsche Media Deutschland

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 Porsche Cayenne has a noticeable edge – offering 739 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.20 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs noticeable better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 950 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.

2 @ Polestar

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 curb weight, Polestar 2 is slight lighter – 2015 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers decisively more room – 772 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 367 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne performs distinct better – up to 1708 L, which is about 613 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne decisively takes the win – 705 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 284 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be edges out slightly and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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Polestar 2

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Der Polestar 2 beeindruckt mit seinem klaren, skandinavischen Design und einer hochwertigen Verarbeitung, die sowohl innen als auch außen zu sehen ist. Besonders auffallend ist das futuristische Cockpit mit einem innovativen Infotainment-System, das auf Android basiert und nahtlose Konnektivität bietet. Zusätzlich bietet das Modell ein exzellentes Fahrgefühl mit dynamischen Fahreigenschaften, das selbst anspruchsvolle Fahrer begeistert.

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Porsche Cayenne

Der Porsche Cayenne präsentiert sich als beeindruckender Vertreter der Premium-SUVs und verbindet kraftvolles Design mit luxuriösem Komfort. Sein dynamisches Fahrverhalten und die hochwertigen Materialien im Innenraum machen jede Fahrt zu einem besonderen Erlebnis. Zudem bietet der Cayenne modernste Technologiefunktionen, die sowohl Unterhaltung als auch Sicherheit gewährleisten.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
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78 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4606 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Porsche

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Is the Polestar 2 offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.