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Polestar 4 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Volvo XC40?

Polestar 4 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

Volvo XC40

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo XC40 is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,295 £.

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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 Polestar 4 offers substantially more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 347 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 4 is barely faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers considerably more torque with 686 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 386 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, Volvo XC40 is visibly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 542 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers a bit more boot space – 526 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,536 L, about 208 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries moderately more – 532 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 77 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 stands well ahead of its rival 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 : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 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 (8 Reviews)
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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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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

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
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,840 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
455 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Polestar 4 have?

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

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