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SEAT Ibiza vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SEAT Ibiza or Polestar 5?

SEAT Ibiza vs Polestar 5: Key differences

SEAT Ibiza

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Polestar 5

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Ibiza

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SEAT Ibiza is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 84,815 £.

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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 5 offers clearly more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 734 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 SEAT Ibiza takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 5 delivers significantly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 765 Nm more.

Ibiza

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: SEAT Ibiza offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SEAT Ibiza is substantially lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 1,351 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ibiza 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.

from £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.7 L/100km
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The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,800 - 28,600 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 128 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
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,780 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
489 - 522 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SEAT
Brand
Polestar
Is the SEAT Ibiza offered with different drivetrains?

The SEAT Ibiza is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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