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Polestar 5 vs Mercedes EQT comparison

Compare performance (884 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (101,700 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 5 or Mercedes EQT?

Polestar 5 vs Mercedes EQT: Key differences

Polestar 5

  • considerably more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes EQT

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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQT is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,883 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 5 is slightly more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 670 km, about 392 km more than the Mercedes EQT.

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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 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 762 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 9.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 5 delivers significantly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 770 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Mercedes EQT offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQT is visibly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 537 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 5 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 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 748 - 884 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 565 - 670 km
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Polestar 5

The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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
Coupe
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Length
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Payload
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Payload
457 - 531 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Polestar 5?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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