Global EV Comparison: Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor vs Mazda 6e Long Range
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General Info
The Mazda 6e Long Range (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production. The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €34999 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | Mazda 6e Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €50000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34999 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mazda 6e Long Range (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2023-2024).
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | Mazda 6e Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 532 km | 552 km |
| Range (GCC) | 449 km | 469 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 69 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 16 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.7 km/kWh | 6.25 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.4 | 8.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 135 kW, while the Mazda 6e Long Range (2025-…) maxes out at 95 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 | Mazda 6e Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 95 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6 | 6.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | Mazda 6e Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 180 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 241 hp |
| Motor Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The Mazda 6e Long Range (2025-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2023-2024).
The Mazda 6e Long Range (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | Mazda 6e Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4606 mm | 4921 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1985 mm | 2156 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1859 mm | 1890 mm |
| Height | 1479 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2735 mm | 2895 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2023-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1500 kg).
| Property | Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor | Mazda 6e Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1944 kg | 1953 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 407 l | 330 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1097 l | 1074 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 33 l | 70 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.7 |
