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Toyota RAV4 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (37,700 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Polestar 2?

Toyota RAV4 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • 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

RAV4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota RAV4 is slightly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 584 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

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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 markedly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

RAV4

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Toyota RAV4 is slightly lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers visibly more boot space – 580 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
Toyota RAV4
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a pragmatic, family-friendly SUV that pairs impressively low running costs in hybrid form with a relaxed, motorway-friendly ride and a generous rear seat and boot that make everyday life easy. Its cabin leans toward practicality rather than polish—expect plenty of hard plastics and a tidy infotainment system that’s quick to respond but buries some climate functions in a touchscreen and can nag with drive‑recorder popups, so buyers wanting a premium feel or sporty dynamics should look elsewhere.

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Polestar 2

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 RAV4
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,700 - 55,700 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
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Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
390 - 600 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
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Polestar
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