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Polestar 4 vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Mercedes EQS?

Polestar 4 vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Mercedes EQS

  • barely more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Polestar 4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,859 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS is somewhat more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 2.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers markedly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 300 km more than the Polestar 4.

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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 Mercedes EQS offers barely more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers a bit more torque with 800 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 114 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, Polestar 4 is a bit lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers slightly more boot space – 610 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS holds a narrow 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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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 810 - 920 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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Reviews Polestar 4

4.8 (12 Reviews)
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Didier
6 Jun 2026, 19:04:29

Beautiful car with exceptional comfort. Tesla is still the more affordable car, but if I'm going to drive, I'd go with Polestar without hesitation.

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Alain Lescadres
2 Jun 2026, 01:50:33

Fantastic car in all ways

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Dave
21 May 2026, 08:55:02

Very nice comfort and interior feel. Big wide car with great seating front and rear.

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Carlos
21 Jan 2026, 19:23:48

The Polestar 4 has a very attractive design that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The interior is elegant, comfortable and finished with good materials.
Easy to drive, great grip on the tarmac and strong acceleration.
For the price, there are things to improve to be competitive with other brands of equal quality and technology; it needs meaningful upgrades — e.g., better driving ADAS, true autonomous parking and the ability to move the car remotely if you can’t get inside. Improving charging times is essential, and not having a rear window while relying on a camera in the interior mirror shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Otherwise, a spectacular car with a gorgeous design.

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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 kg
Payload
545 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Polestar 4 have?

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

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