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Volvo V90 vs Polestar 4 - Differences and prices compared

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?

Volvo V90

Polestar 4

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

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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 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.

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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.

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £53,100
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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
Volvo V90
Polestar 4

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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 4

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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 V90
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
62300 - 71700 £
Price
53100 - 59900 £
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
94 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2075 kg
Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
4945 mm
Length
4840 mm
Width
1879 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1472 mm
Height
1534 mm
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Payload
515 kg
Payload
455 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 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 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.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.