Compare performance (544 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Volvo V90?
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 is slightly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,248 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 532 km more than the Volvo V90.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers slightly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 4 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers marginally more torque with 709 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm more.
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, Volvo V90 is very slightly lighter – 2,075 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers marginally more boot space – 526 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,536 L, about 82 L more than the Volvo V90.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries a bit more – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Polestar 4 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Electric Range
88 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
18 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Curb weight
2,075 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Length
4,840 mm
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Length
4,945 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
1,534 mm
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Height
1,472 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Power HP
398 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Torque
659 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Power kW
293 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
Volvo
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