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VW Golf vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (325 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf or Polestar 4?

VW Golf vs Polestar 4: Key differences

VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 Golf is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,776 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 477 km more than the VW Golf.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers substantially more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Golf takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers markedly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 266 Nm more.

Golf

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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is substantially lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 923 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers noticeably more boot space – 526 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries slightly more – 508 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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Polestar 4

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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Reviews Polestar 4

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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BigB
27 Jun 2026, 07:17:13

Awesome car, the quietest in its class, lightning-fast and of very high quality, good promotions in June 2026

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Didier
6 Jun 2026, 19:04:29

Beautiful car with exceptional comfort. Tesla is still the more affordable car, but if I'm going to drive, I'd go with Polestar without hesitation.

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Alain Lescadres
2 Jun 2026, 01:50:33

Fantastic car in all ways

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Dave
21 May 2026, 08:55:02

Very nice comfort and interior feel. Big wide car with great seating front and rear.

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Carlos
21 Jan 2026, 19:23:48

The Polestar 4 has a very attractive design that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The interior is elegant, comfortable and finished with good materials.
Easy to drive, great grip on the tarmac and strong acceleration.
For the price, there are things to improve to be competitive with other brands of equal quality and technology; it needs meaningful upgrades — e.g., better driving ADAS, true autonomous parking and the ability to move the car remotely if you can’t get inside. Improving charging times is essential, and not having a rear window while relying on a camera in the interior mirror shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Otherwise, a spectacular car with a gorgeous design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
25 - 173 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,789 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Polestar
Is the VW Golf offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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