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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
29100 - 42800 £
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Price
42000 - 57400 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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co2
17 - 115 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
43 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1505 - 1755 kg
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Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4362 mm
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Length
4606 mm
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Width
1832 mm
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Width
1859 mm
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Height
1558 - 1564 mm
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Height
1473 - 1479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1076 - 1155 L
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Max trunk capacity
1095 L
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Payload
375 - 425 kg
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Payload
375 - 421 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 223 HP
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Power HP
272 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
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Max Speed
175 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
103 - 164 kW
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Power kW
200 - 350 kW
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Polestar
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.