Compare performance (455 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (62300 £ vs 53100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or Polestar 4?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Polestar 4 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 53100 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9248 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 620 km, about 532 km more than the Volvo V90.
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 4 has a a bit edge – offering 544 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo V90 takes 4.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Polestar 4 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo V90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 709 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Volvo V90 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2075 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Polestar 4 offers slight more room – 526 L compared to 488 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs slight better – up to 1536 L, which is about 82 L more than the Volvo V90.
When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 slightly takes the win – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Polestar 4 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
62300 - 71700 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
18 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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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
2075 kg
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Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4945 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1879 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1472 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1454 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
515 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
398 - 455 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
659 - 709 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
293 - 335 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Polestar
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The Volvo V90 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.