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Volvo S90 vs Polestar 5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (62200 £ vs 101700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or Polestar 5?

Volvo S90

Polestar 5

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

S90

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo S90 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 62200 £, while the Polestar 5 costs 101700 £. That’s a price difference of around 39429 £.

As for range, the Polestar 5 performs decisively better – achieving up to 670 km, about 581 km more than the Volvo S90.

S90

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 5 has a significantly edge – offering 884 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 429 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 5 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 5 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 5 pulls evident stronger with 1015 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 306 Nm difference.

S90

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.

Seats: Volvo S90 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Volvo S90 is distinct lighter – 1912 kg compared to 2462 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo S90 offers to a small extent more room – 453 L compared to 365 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 5 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £101,700
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Polestar 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 748 - 884 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 20.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 565 - 670 km
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Volvo S90
Polestar 5

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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Polestar 5

The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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S90

Costs and Consumption
Price
62200 - 70500 £
Price
101700 - 121400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh
Electric Range
89 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
106 kWh
co2
17 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1912 - 2119 kg
Curb weight
2462 - 2465 kg
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Trunk capacity
365 L
Length
4969 mm
Length
5087 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
2015 mm
Height
1440 mm
Height
1419 - 1425 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
451 - 518 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Torque
812 - 1015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Polestar

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What drive types are available for the Volvo S90?

The Volvo S90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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