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Polestar 4 vs Cadillac OPTIQ – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Polestar 4 or Cadillac OPTIQ fits your lifestyle better.

Polestar 4

Cadillac OPTIQ

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 4 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 53100 £, while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55700 £. That’s a price difference of around 2657 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 4: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Cadillac OPTIQ with 19.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 4 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 620 km, about 195 km more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

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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 4 has a convincingly edge – offering 544 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 240 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Cadillac OPTIQ takes 6.30 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 4 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Cadillac OPTIQ tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls noticeable stronger with 686 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 206 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Polestar 4 is barely noticeable lighter – 2230 kg compared to 2376 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers slightly more room – 526 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs a bit better – up to 1536 L, which is about 196 L more than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

When it comes to payload, Cadillac OPTIQ slightly takes the win – 524 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 4 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Polestar 4
Cadillac OPTIQ

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
53100 - 59900 £
Price
55700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.90 kWh
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
425 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
75 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Curb weight
2376 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4840 mm
Length
4820 mm
Width
2008 mm
Width
1912 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1643 mm
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Max trunk capacity
1340 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
524 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 - 544 HP
Power HP
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.30 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Cadillac

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Is the Polestar 4 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 4 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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