BMW i4 eDrive35 vs Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €48990. The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2022-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €43000 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €48990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €43000 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 412 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 483 km | 554 km |
| Range (GCC) | 389 km | 469 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 70.2 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 67 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 14.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.81 km/kWh | 7 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 9.1 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 180 kW | 180 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 6.4 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.5 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4606 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 1985 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2735 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2065 kg | 1944 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1097 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 33 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5 |
