Mercedes EQE 300 vs Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) is a Liftback.

While the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 180 kW, while the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…).

The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQE 300 (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.