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Toyota C-HR vs Polestar 2 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (223 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 42000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota C-HR or Polestar 2?

Toyota C-HR

5 (1 Reviews)
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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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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.

Toyota C-HR has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12857 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 659 km, about 591 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 476 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 253 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.40 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs slightly better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Toyota C-HR tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

C-HR

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota C-HR is evident lighter – 1505 kg compared to 2015 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers slight more room – 447 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota C-HR performs slight better – up to 1155 L, which is about 60 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Toyota C-HR minimal takes the win – 425 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 2 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 2 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,000
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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
Toyota C-HR
Polestar 2

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Toyota C-HR

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The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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Polestar 2

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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Toyota C-HR
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
29100 - 42800 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
17 - 115 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1505 - 1755 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4362 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1832 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1558 - 1564 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1076 - 1155 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
375 - 425 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
175 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the Toyota C-HR have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.