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Polestar 4 vs Mercedes GLC comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Mercedes GLC?

Polestar 4 vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences

Polestar 4

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes GLC

4.3 (14 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • somewhat 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:

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.

Mercedes GLC is barely cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,730 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 492 km more than the Mercedes GLC.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers somewhat more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers barely more torque with 750 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 64 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, Mercedes GLC is a bit lighter – 1,985 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers somewhat more boot space – 620 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries clearly more – 575 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • 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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Reviews Polestar 4

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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BigB
27 Jun 2026, 07:17:13

Awesome car, the quietest in its class, lightning-fast and of very high quality, good promotions in June 2026

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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 GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.

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Reviews Mercedes GLC

4.3 (14 Reviews)
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David
23 Jul 2026, 09:55:25

There's no comparison: Mercedes has spent 140 years creating genuine marvels of automotive engineering, while ZEEKR has been around for, at most, four years — they can't be compared.

Zede
10 May 2026, 20:12:35

Too expensive! To justify it with technology that's equal or inferior.

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Marek
2 Jan 2026, 18:32:30

There’s something about a Mercedes — you have to take it for a spin to feel it and understand why it’s special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
122 - 128 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
41 - 214 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 kg
Payload
475 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
186 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
380 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
137 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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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