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Volvo EX60 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (54,000 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX60 or Polestar 4?

Volvo EX60 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Volvo EX60

  • moderately more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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

EX60

Polestar 4 VS Volvo EX60: the electric crossover comparison

Polestar 4 and the Volvo EX60 step into the same ring as premium electric crossovers in a head-to-head comparison that matters to buyers who care about style, tech and day-to-day usability. This match-up is about more than specs: it’s about personality, presence and how each car fits into your life as an electric crossover or compact SUV alternative. The Polestar 4 arrives with coupe-like intent and a sharper silhouette, while the Volvo EX60 plays the composed, high-end architectural card. If you’re researching which electric statement suits you, you’ll want to read how character and practicality trade blows here.

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Two very different attitudes on the road

The Polestar 4 feels wired for drama — lower, taut and more performance-minded in its stance — while the Volvo EX60 projects quiet confidence and measured refinement. Where the Polestar 4 is about edge and engagement, the Volvo EX60 trades theatrical flair for a composed, premium presence that soothes rather than shouts. Each car’s design and chassis tune influence the way they behave in everyday driving: one leans into involvement, the other into reassurance. Pick the vibe you want to live with every morning; the choice says more about you than the spec sheet ever will.

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How they behave in real life: city runs, school runs and motorway miles

In tight urban traffic the Polestar 4 feels more agile and focused, rewarding someone who likes a sharper steering feel and a cockpit that puts the driver first, while the Volvo EX60 plays the long game with a roomier cabin and a calmer demeanor better suited to relaxed motorway cruising. Everyday usability swings toward the EX60 if passengers, luggage and creature comforts are priorities, but the Polestar 4 is no awkward compromise — it simply rewards a different kind of daily drive. Both cars are user-friendly, though their interfaces and seating ergonomics tilt one toward driver involvement and the other toward laidback refinement. Your commute, family load and how often you drive long distances should decide which behaviour matters most.

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What each car says about you

Choose the Polestar 4 and you’re announcing that design edge, sportiness and a tech-forward image are priorities; it suits drivers who want to be noticed for having good taste and a hint of performance ambition. Choose the Volvo EX60 and you broadcast a preference for understated luxury, practical thinking and long-distance calm — it’s the car of someone who wants their technology and safety to do the talking. Neither choice is apologetic: one is expressive, the other is considered. Pick based on the image you enjoy living with every day, not on which brochure sounds better.

Who should seriously test-drive the Polestar 4

If you’re a style-conscious buyer who values sharp design and a more engaging on-road personality, the Polestar 4 deserves a long test drive; it appeals especially to those leaning toward Design/Brand and Status/Expression mindsets who want a distinctive look and sporty feel. People who prioritise interior finishes that feel modern and sculpted will appreciate what the Polestar 4 brings to the table, and its driver-focused cockpit rewards those who enjoy active input behind the wheel. Still, if you need the calm confidence of the Volvo EX60, keep that on your short list too — it’s the sensible foil to the Polestar’s attitude. Try both back-to-back to see which mood you prefer waking up to every day.

Who should seriously test-drive the Volvo EX60 — and a nod back to the Polestar 4

The Volvo EX60 is the pick for pragmatic buyers who value everyday comfort, perceived quality and efficient long-haul usability, suiting those with a Pragmatist or Rational mindset who want a composed, sensible premium EV. Families, regular motorway commuters and buyers who favour calm cabins and intuitive systems will find the EX60’s temperament reassuring and user-friendly. If you’re tempted by the Polestar 4’s sharper character, remember that the EX60 answers with a steadier, more comfort-orientated package — it’s a different kind of appeal rather than a concession. Read on to the data and detailed comparisons below to align these impressions with the figures that matter to you.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 4 is barely cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Volvo EX60 costs 54,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 934 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX60 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 810 km, about 190 km more than the Polestar 4.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX60 offers moderately more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo EX60 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers a bit more torque with 790 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 104 Nm more.

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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, Volvo EX60 is only slightly lighter – 2,190 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers very slightly more boot space – 526 L compared to 523 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX60 carries very slightly more – 460 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 is far ahead 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.

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EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 620 - 810 km
Volvo EX60
Polestar 4

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Dimensions and Body

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Volvo EX60

The Volvo EX60 arrives as a sleek, family-friendly electric SUV that blends Scandinavian restraint with a surprising dash of personality, wrapping a calm, premium cabin around practical everyday usability. It’s aimed at buyers who prize safety and comfort but still want a car that rewards an enthusiastic drive, proving that sensible can be quietly fun.

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Polestar 4

The 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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Volvo EX60
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,000 - 70,100 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
620 - 810 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,190 - 2,425 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
523 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
-
Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
435 - 460 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Polestar
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