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Polestar 2 vs Renault Austral comparison
Compare performance (476 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Renault Austral?
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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.
Renault Austral is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,077 £.
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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 Polestar 2 offers substantially more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 276 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is a bit faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Austral is noticeably lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 467 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers visibly more boot space – 527 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,736 L, about 641 L more than the Polestar 2.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries somewhat more – 477 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 2 is clearly superior 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.
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Polestar 2
Polestar 2
Renault Austral
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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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Renault Austral
The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.
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Polestar 2
Renault Austral
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
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Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
109 - 145 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
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Curb weight
1,548 - 1,613 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
527 L
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Length
4,606 mm
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Length
4,533 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Height
1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
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Payload
375 - 421 kg
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Payload
455 - 477 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 476 HP
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Power HP
148 - 200 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Torque
270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
200 - 350 kW
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Power kW
109 - 147 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
Renault
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