Polestar Polestar 2 vs Volvo C40 Recharge
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge
Overview
| Spec | Polestar Polestar 2Long Range Single Motor | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Long Range Single Motor | Single Motor Core |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2024 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Polestar Polestar 2Long Range Single Motor | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,900 (best) | $53,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Polestar Polestar 2Long Range Single Motor | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 115 MPGe (best) | 107 MPGe |
| Electric range | 320 mi (best) | 297 mi |
| 240V charge time | 8 hr | 8 hr |
Performance
| Spec | Polestar Polestar 2Long Range Single Motor | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 299 hp (best) | 248 hp |
| Torque | 361 lb-ft (best) | 310 lb-ft |
Size & capability
| Spec | Polestar Polestar 2Long Range Single Motor | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 39.9 cu ft | 49 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Payload | 925 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,429 lbs (best) | 4,497 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in (best) | 106.4 in |
| Length | 181.3 in (best) | 174.8 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.7 in (best) |
| Height | 58.2 in | 62.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Polestar Polestar 2Long Range Single Motor | Volvo C40 RechargeSingle Motor Core |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Polestar Polestar 2 | Volvo C40 Recharge |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Long Range Single Motor $49,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Single Motor Core $53,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Long Range Single Motor Plus $52,100 MSRP | Twin Motor Core $55,350 MSRP |
| 3 | Long Range Dual Motor $55,300 MSRP | Single Motor Plus $55,400 MSRP |
| 4 | Long Range Dual Motor Plus $57,500 MSRP | Twin Motor Plus $57,150 MSRP |
| 5 | Long Range Dual Motor Performance Plus $63,000 MSRP | Single Motor Ultimate $58,800 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Twin Motor Ultimate $60,550 MSRP |