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Polestar 4 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Polestar 4 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • barely more electric range
  • very slightly more trunk space

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is visibly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers barely more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 50 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

IONIQ 5

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers a bit more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 106 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly faster – reaching 260 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers somewhat more torque with 770 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 84 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, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is slightly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers very slightly more boot space – 526 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,580 L, about 44 L more than the Polestar 4.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries somewhat more – 530 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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.

from £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Polestar 4
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Polestar 4
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Length
4,840 mm
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
385 - 530 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Hyundai
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