USA EV Comparison: Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor vs Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) has a starting price of $42450, while the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) is a Sedan.

Property Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD
Years of Production 2024-… 2022-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China South Korea
Body Style Liftback Sedan
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $42450
Price USA (Used) - Price USA (Used) $25999
GCC Score 6.6 7.1

Range and Efficiency

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…).

Property Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 361 mi
Range (WLTP) 344 mi 382 mi
Range (GCC) 291 mi 324 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 70 kWh 77.4 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 67 kWh 74 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 23 kWh/100 mi 22.8 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.34 mi/kWh 4.38 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 8.8 9.5

Charging

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 233 kW, while the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) maxes out at 180 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 180 kW 233 kW
Architecture 400 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 6.4 7.8

Performance

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.

Property Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 200 kW 168 kW
Motor Power (hp) 268 hp 225 hp
Motor Torque 361 lb-ft 258 lb-ft
0-60 mph 6.1 s 7.1 s
Top Speed 127 mph 115 mph
Performance Score 4.8 4

Dimensions

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…).

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD
Length 181.3 in 191.1 in
Width (with Mirrors) 78.1 in 81.6 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 73.2 in 74 in
Height 58.2 in 58.9 in
Wheelbase 107.7 in 116.1 in

Cargo and Towing

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 lb, whereas the Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor Hyundai Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4286 lb 4222 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 14.4 ft3 14.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 38.7 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Max)
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.2 ft3 1.6 ft3
Towing Capacity 2000 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5 5.5
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