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SsangYong Tivoli vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Tivoli or Polestar 2?

SsangYong Tivoli vs Polestar 2: Key differences

SsangYong Tivoli

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
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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.

SsangYong Tivoli is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,742 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 2 offers substantially more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is moderately faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the SsangYong Tivoli tops out at 181 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

Tivoli

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Tivoli is clearly lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 694 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers clearly more boot space – 720 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 315 L.

For maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Tivoli offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,440 L, about 345 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Tivoli carries marginally more – 455 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 km
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The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
161 - 191 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
425 - 455 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the SsangYong Tivoli?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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