Global EV Comparison: Škoda Enyaq 85 vs Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) has a starting price of €48900, compared to the Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…), which starts at €57900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Škoda Enyaq 85 | Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Czech Republic | China, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €48900 | €57900 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Škoda Enyaq 85 | Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 483 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 586 km | 610 km |
| Range (GCC) | 494 km | 489 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.6 kWh/100 km | 19.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.42 km/kWh | 5.2 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.7 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) maxes out at 135 kW.
The Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Škoda Enyaq 85 | Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 8.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Škoda Enyaq 85 | Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 545 Nm | 343 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
The Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) is longer and wider, but the Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) is taller.
The Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Škoda Enyaq 85 | Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4658 mm | 4840 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2148 mm | 2139 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1879 mm | 2008 mm |
| Height | 1622 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2766 mm | 2999 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) 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 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…), but the Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Škoda Enyaq 85 (2025-…).
| Property | Škoda Enyaq 85 | Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2141 kg | 2230 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 585 l | 526 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1710 l | 1536 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 6.8 |