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Audi e-tron GT vs Polestar 5
Selected trimquattro385 mi · 105 kWh · £89,555
Selected trimDual motorChange trim421 mi · 112 kWh · £89,500
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi e-tron GT leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Polestar 5 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi e-tron GT if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi e-tron GT wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueAudi
Audi
5.6
Polestar
4.7
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
7.7
Polestar
5.6
FamilyAudi
Audi
4.1
Polestar
2.2
Charging
Audi
7.2
Polestar
7.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron GTquattro | Polestar 5Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £89,555 | £89,500 (better) |
| Official range | 385 miles | 421 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 405 L (better) | 365 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min (better) | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4 sec (better) | 6.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi e-tron GT
Polestar 5
Length
Audi e-tron GT4,989mm-98mm
Polestar 55,087mm
Width
Audi e-tron GT1,964mm-51mm
Polestar 52,015mm
Height
Audi e-tron GT1,396mm-29mm
Polestar 51,425mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi e-tron GTquattro | Polestar 5Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,989 mm | 5,087 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,964 mm (better) | 2,015 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,158 mm | 2,063 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,396 mm | 1,425 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m (better) | 12.3 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 436 mm spare (better) | 385 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi e-tron GTquattro | Polestar 5Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 405 L (better) | 365 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1128 L |
| Frunk | 85 L (better) | 62 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,800 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi e-tron GT
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Polestar 5
- A 62 L frunk, one of 22 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 62 L or more.
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 80% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- At 5,087 mm, longer than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi e-tron GT quattro |  Polestar 5 Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.99m | 5.09m+98mm |
| Width | 1.96m | 2.02m+51mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.16m | 2.06m-95mm |
| Height | 1.40m | 1.43m+29mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 3.05m+154mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 149mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 405L (better) | 365L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1128L |
| Frunk | 85L (better) | 62L |
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m (better) | 12.33m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,340kg (better) | 2,481kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,800kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 105kWh | 112kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 385 mi | 421 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 320kW | 350kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £89,555 | £89,500 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Coupe | Saloon |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* Audi e-tron GT: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* Polestar 5: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi e-tron GTquattro | Polestar 5Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 385 miles | 421 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 321 miles (better) | 309 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min (better) | 22 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 320 kW | 350 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 178 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 105 kWh | 112 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi e-tron GTquattro | Polestar 5Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4 sec (better) | 6.1 sec |
| Power | 429 kW | 550 kW (better) |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 813 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi e-tron GT
quattro
Polestar 5
Dual motor
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi e-tron GT quattro
Audi e-tron GT quattro
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Polestar 5 Dual motor
Polestar 5 Dual motor
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi e-tron GTquattro | Polestar 5Dual motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi e-tron GT or the Polestar 5?
The Polestar 5 is £55 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £15 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi e-tron GT and Polestar 5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 321 miles for the Audi e-tron GT and 309 miles for the Polestar 5 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-22 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi e-tron GT or the Polestar 5?
The Audi e-tron GT is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 51 mm narrower than the Polestar 5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 436 mm of total clearance for the Audi e-tron GT and about 385 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 5. The Audi e-tron GT also turns in a 0.7 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi e-tron GT or the Polestar 5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi e-tron GT and 84% for the Polestar 5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .