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VW ID.5 vs Polestar 4 - Differences and prices compared
ID.5
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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.
VW ID.5 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Polestar 4 costs 53100 £. That’s a price difference of around 16226 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Polestar 4 with 17.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.
As for range, the Polestar 4 performs slight better – achieving up to 620 km, about 61 km more than the VW ID.5.
4
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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 4 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 544 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Polestar 4 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 4 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 686 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 7 Nm difference.
ID.5
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, VW ID.5 is somewhat lighter – 1963 kg compared to 2230 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers slight more room – 549 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs slight better – up to 1561 L, which is about 25 L more than the Polestar 4.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 somewhat takes the win – 549 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Polestar 4 proves to be performs better in key areas 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
VW ID.5
Polestar 4
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VW ID.5
VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Polestar 4
5 (3 Reviews)
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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VW ID.5
Polestar 4
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1963 - 2233 kg
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Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Length
4840 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Polestar
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What drive types are available for the VW ID.5?
The VW ID.5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.