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VW ID.7 Touring vs Polestar 2 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether VW ID.7 Touring or Polestar 2 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 2 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £, while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47100 £. That’s a price difference of around 5070 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7 Touring: with 14 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Polestar 2 with 14.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.80 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.7 Touring performs minimal better – achieving up to 689 km, about 30 km more than the Polestar 2.

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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 2 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 476 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.50 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 2 performs a bit better – reaching 205 km/h, while the VW ID.7 Touring tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 2 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 740 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Polestar 2 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2015 kg compared to 2191 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers noticeable more room – 605 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 Touring performs distinct better – up to 1714 L, which is about 619 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.7 Touring hardly perceptible takes the win – 465 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 2 proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 2 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km

VW ID.7 Touring

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The VW ID.7 Touring blends sleek, aerodynamic fastback looks with estate practicality, delivering an electric family car that looks grown-up and feels refined. Inside it's calm and spacious with clever storage and modern tech, swallowing suitcases and weekend plans with ease — a sensible, slightly flashy choice for buyers who want electric comfort without giving up practicality.

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Polestar 2

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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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Costs and Consumption

Price
47100 - 54900 £
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
584 - 689 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2191 - 2336 kg
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Trunk capacity
605 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4961 mm
Length
4606 mm
Width
1862 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1549 - 1551 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1714 L
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Payload
459 - 465 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.7 Touring have?

The VW ID.7 Touring is offered with 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.