Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive40 vs Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
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General Info
The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €49975. The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €39990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €49975 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €39990 | €43990 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 484 km | 515 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 589 km | 659 km |
| Range (GCC) | 467 km | 533 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 14.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.79 km/kWh | 6.75 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.9 | 9.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) maxes out at 205 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 205 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 4.9 |
Dimensions
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) has a longer body, while the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4606 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 1985 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2735 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…), but the BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 eDrive40 (2021-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…).
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2125 kg | 2000 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 |
