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VW Arteon vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or Polestar 2?

VW Arteon vs Polestar 2: Key differences

VW Arteon

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  • marginally cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • clearly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Arteon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Arteon is marginally cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,881 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VW Arteon takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers substantially more torque with 740 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

Arteon

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, VW Arteon is markedly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 462 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers visibly more boot space – 590 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,632 L, about 537 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries visibly more – 569 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 km
VW Arteon
Polestar 2

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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Polestar 2

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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Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
133 - 195 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,866 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Polestar
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