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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N vs Polestar 4 Coupé
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
Selected trimRear motorChange trim385 mi · 100 kWh · £56,750
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 5 N leads on family practicality, while the Polestar 4 Coupé leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Polestar 4 Coupé 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 fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Polestar 4 Coupé wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValuePolestar
Hyundai
4.8
Polestar
6.2
Motorway RangePolestar
Hyundai
3.6
Polestar
6.3
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
7.4
Polestar
6.4
ChargingPolestar
Hyundai
7.4
Polestar
8.2
Cost Per MilePolestar
Hyundai
1.4
Polestar
3.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £65,800 | £56,750 (better) |
| Official range | 278 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 480 L | 526 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 3.4 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Polestar 4 Coupé
Length
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N4,715mm-125mm
Polestar 4 Coupé4,840mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,940mm-68mm
Polestar 4 Coupé2,008mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,585mm
Polestar 4 Coupé1,534mm-51mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,715 mm | 4,840 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,940 mm (better) | 2,008 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,170 mm | 2,139 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,585 mm | 1,534 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 460 mm spare (better) | 392 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L | 526 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1587 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 57 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,600 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
- Peak DC charging of 240 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Polestar 4 Coupé
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base |  Polestar 4 Coupé Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.84m+125mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 2.01m+68mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.17m | 2.14m-31mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.53m-51mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 3.00m-1mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 166mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L | 526L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1587L | Not available |
| Frunk | 57L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 11.64m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,234kg | 2,230kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,600kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 84kWh | 100kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 278 mi | 385 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 240kW (better) | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £65,800 | £56,750 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Coupe SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 278 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 232 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 240 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 84 kWh | 100 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.4 sec | Not available |
| Power | 478 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Torque | 770 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Base
Polestar 4 Coupé
Rear motor
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Polestar 4 Coupé Rear motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N worth the extra £9,050 over the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N costs £9,050 more than the Polestar 4 Coupé. For that premium it adds 40 kW faster peak rapid charging and 278 kW more power. The Polestar 4 Coupé is not just cheaper - it also offers 107 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Polestar 4 Coupé comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Polestar 4 Coupé is £9,050 cheaper to buy. The Polestar 4 Coupé is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £208 for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Polestar 4 Coupé comes out roughly £9,210 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and Polestar 4 Coupé like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 232 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and 321 miles for the Polestar 4 Coupé - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Polestar 4 Coupé goes roughly 89 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 68 mm narrower than the Polestar 4 Coupé. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and about 392 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 4 Coupé. The Polestar 4 Coupé also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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