DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli vs Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 6.2 s Runner-up: 7.9 s
Range winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 655 km Runner-up: 52 km
Power winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 299 hp Runner-up: 250 hp
Cargo winner DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli 510 L Runner-up: 405 L
Price winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor $48,400 Runner-up: $55,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli against the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 7.9 seconds for 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli. 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed output at 299 hp; 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli is rated at 250 hp, a difference of 49 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor at 490 Nm and 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli at 360 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor carries the longer listed range at 655 km, against 52 km for 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 510 litres versus 405 litres, a difference of 105 litres. 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli is 328 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the lower listed starting price at $48,400, compared with $55,900 for 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli. 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.9 s6.2 s
Top Speed240 km/h205 km/h
Power250 hp299 hp
Torque360 Nm490 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range52 km655 km
Battery12.4 kWh82 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L—
Efficiency1.5 L/100km14.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions34 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging—205 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,934 mm4,606 mm
Ground Clearance134 mm151 mm
Cargo510 L405 L
Curb Weight1,830 kg2,010 kg
Towing—1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.8 m11.5 m
Starting MSRP$55,900$48,400

DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli vs Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 7.9 seconds for 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 205 km/h (127 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has more power at 299 hp, a 49 hp advantage over 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli.

Which has more range, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the longer listed range at 655 km (407 miles), versus 52 km (32 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the larger listed battery at 82.0 kWh, compared with 12.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli has more listed cargo space at 510 litres (18.0 cu ft), versus 405 litres (14.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is heavier at 2,010 kg (4,431 lb), while 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli is listed at 1,830 kg (4,034 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $48,400 USD, compared with $55,900 USD for 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 DS 9 E-Tense 250 Rivoli or the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.