Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 7.1 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Range winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 620 km Runner-up: 570 km
Power winner Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor 272 hp Runner-up: 229 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD 527 L Runner-up: 526 L
Price winner Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD $44,900 Runner-up: $56,300

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor against the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.1 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed output at 272 hp; 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is rated at 229 hp, a difference of 43 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD at 350 Nm and 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor at 343 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 4 Long Range Single Motor carries the longer listed range at 620 km, against 570 km for 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the lower recorded consumption at 14.7 kWh/100km; 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 16.1 kWh/100km. 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 258 kW, compared with 200 kW. 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

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 527 litres versus 526 litres, a difference of 1 litres. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor carries the higher towing rating at 2,200 kg, while 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is listed at 1,600 kg. 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is 124 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 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the lower listed starting price at $44,900, compared with $56,300 for 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor. 2026 Polestar 4 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 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.1 s7.3 s
Top Speed200 km/h185 km/h
Power272 hp229 hp
Torque343 Nm350 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range620 km570 km
Battery100 kWh84 kWh
Efficiency16.1 kWh/100km14.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging200 kW258 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,839 mm4,715 mm
Ground Clearance158 mm160 mm
Cargo526 L527 L
Curb Weight2,190 kg1,985 kg
Towing2,200 kg1,600 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.1 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$56,300$44,900

Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.1 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has more power at 272 hp, a 43 hp advantage over 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD.

Which has more range, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the longer listed range at 620 km (385 miles), versus 570 km (354 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the larger listed battery at 100.0 kWh, compared with 84.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has more listed cargo space at 527 litres (18.6 cu ft), versus 526 litres (18.6 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,200 kg (4,850 lb), compared with 1,600 kg (3,527 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor is heavier at 2,190 kg (4,828 lb), while 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD is listed at 1,985 kg (4,376 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $44,900 USD, compared with $56,300 USD for 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor or the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD?

2026 Polestar 4 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.