Global EV Comparison: Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD

The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53490. The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €27490 on the used car market.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) is a Liftback, whereas the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) is a SUV.

While the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) maxes out at 130 kW.

The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) is limited to 11 kW.

The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) offers an all-wheel drive system.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) 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 Dual Motor (2020-2023), but the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…) doesn’t have one.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2020-2023) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh FWD (2021-…).