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VW Polo vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (17,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Polo or Polestar 4?

VW Polo vs Polestar 4: Key differences

VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

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.

VW Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,799 £.

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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 4 offers considerably more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 337 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers considerably more torque with 686 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 366 Nm more.

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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 Polo is significantly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 1,087 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers visibly more boot space – 526 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries only slightly more – 457 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 holds a decisive overall lead 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 : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Reviews VW Polo

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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 (9 Reviews)
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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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Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
116 - 148 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
5
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
432 - 457 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the VW Polo?

The VW Polo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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