Compare performance (340 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (47,100 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 Touring or Polestar 2?
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 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the VW ID.7 Touring costs 47,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,070 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 Touring is barely more efficient: consuming 14 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 2. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VW ID.7 Touring offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 689 km, about 30 km more than the Polestar 2.
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 offers noticeably more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VW ID.7 Touring takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is somewhat faster – 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: the Polestar 2 delivers barely more torque with 740 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 61 Nm more.
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, Polestar 2 is barely lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,191 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 Touring offers noticeably more boot space – 605 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 Touring offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,714 L, about 619 L more than the Polestar 2.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID.7 Touring carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
The Polestar 2 shows a few small advantages 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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
47,100 - 54,900 £
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Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14 - 16.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
584 - 689 km
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Electric Range
554 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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Battery Capacity
78 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
Estate
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Body Type
Sedan
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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
2,191 - 2,336 kg
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Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
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Trunk capacity
605 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
4,961 mm
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Length
4,606 mm
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Width
1,862 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,549 - 1,551 mm
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,714 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Payload
459 - 465 kg
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Payload
375 - 421 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
286 - 340 HP
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Power HP
272 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 6.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
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Power kW
200 - 350 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
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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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