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Volvo V90 vs Polestar 2 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (62300 £ vs 42000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or Polestar 2?

Volvo V90

Polestar 2

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Polestar 2 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £, while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £. That’s a price difference of around 20314 £.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 659 km, about 571 km more than the Volvo V90.

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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 minimal edge – offering 476 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs to a small extent better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls minimal stronger with 740 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Polestar 2 is barely noticeable lighter – 2015 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers a bit more room – 488 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo V90 performs noticeable better – up to 1454 L, which is about 359 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 to a small extent takes the win – 515 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 2 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
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Polestar 2

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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
62300 - 71700 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
18 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4945 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
515 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Volvo V90?

The Volvo V90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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