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Polestar 4 vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 1020 HP), boot space and price (53100 £ vs 94300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Tesla Model S?

Polestar 4 vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • decisively more power
  • minimal more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • barely noticeable lighter
  • evident more trunk space

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.

Polestar 4 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 53100 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41220 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model S: with 16.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Polestar 4 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S performs a bit better – achieving up to 744 km, about 124 km more than the Polestar 4.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S has a decisively edge – offering 1020 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 122 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Tesla Model S is barely noticeable lighter – 2092 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers evident more room – 799 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 273 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S performs to a small extent better – up to 1828 L, which is about 292 L more than the Polestar 4.

When it comes to payload, Polestar 4 slight takes the win – 455 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S is decisively ahead 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.

Polestar 4
Tesla Model S

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Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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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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Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Polestar 4
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
53100 - 59900 £
Price
94300 - 102800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
4840 mm
Length
5021 mm
Width
2008 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Max trunk capacity
1828 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
432 - 442 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
670 - 1020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Tesla
Is the Polestar 4 offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.