Compare performance (190 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Polestar 4?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,066 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the SsangYong Korando is barely more efficient: consuming 16.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 281 km more than the SsangYong Korando.
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 significantly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers considerably more torque with 686 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 326 Nm more.
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, SsangYong Korando is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 713 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers very slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.
When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries barely more – 463 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.
The Polestar 4 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.
The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsThe 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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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Polestar
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