Comparison between:
- 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack
- 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh
- 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf Limited Edition
- 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro Advance
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack | 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf Limited Edition | 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro Advance | |
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| Model alias | - | - | - | Q4 Sportback 50 e-tron quattro |
| Trim | Performance Pack | 38.3 kWh | Limited Edition | Advance |
| Model year | 2021 (MY21) | 2020 (MY20) | 2017 (MY17) | 2022 (MY22) |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe | North America, Europe | Global |
| Price | USD 63,000 (USA, Oct 2019) GBP 49,900 (UK, Oct 2019) EUR 57,900 (DE, Oct 2019) CNY 460,000 (PRC, Oct 2019) | - | - | EUR 43,900 (Germany, Jan 2022) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | - | Hatchback | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Aluminium High tensile strength steel | Steel | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Snow Magnesium Thunder Moon Midnight Void | Phantom Black Polar White Iron Gray Intense Blue Fiery Red Fluidic Metal Electric Shadow Liquid Sand Typhoon Silver | Atlantic Blue Metallic Deep Black Pearl Great Falls Green Metallic Indium Grey Metallic Pure White Urano Grey White Silver Metallic Oryx White Pearl | Peggle Gray Floret Silver Geyser Blue Glacier White Mythos Black Navarra Blue Typhoon Gray Aurora Violet |
| Interior colors | Slate Charcoal Barley | Black Gray two-tone Electric Shadow | Titan Black Shetland Beige | Black |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 176.0 in 4470 mm | 168.1 in 4270 mm | 180.6 in 4588 mm |
| Width | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 71.7 in 1820 mm | 70.8 in 1798 mm | - |
| Width with mirrors | 78.1 in 1985 mm | - | 79.8 in 2027 mm | 83.0 in 2108 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | - | - | 73.4 in 1865 mm |
| Height | 58.0 in 1473 mm | 57.1 in 1450 mm | 58.3 in 1482 mm | 63.5 in 1614 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 103.5 in 2629 mm | 108.8 in 2764 mm |
| Front track | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 60.4 in 1533 mm | 62.5 in 1587 mm |
| Rear track | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm | 59.2 in 1503 mm | 61.6 in 1565 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.9 in 860 mm | 34.6 in 880 mm | - | 33.6 in 854 mm |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | 35.0 in 890 mm | - | 38.2 in 970 mm |
| Approach angle | 14.7 ° | - | - | - |
| Departure angle | 21.7 ° | - | - | - |
| Clearance | - | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.6 in 143 mm | - |
| Minimum clearance | 5.7 in 146 mm | - | - | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.3 in 161 mm | - | - | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1005 mm | 39.5 in 1004 mm | 40.1 in 1018 mm | 41.8 in 1061 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in 940 mm | 37.4 in 950 mm | 38.1 in 967 mm | 37.8 in 960 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 55.9 in 1420 mm | 56.7 in 1440 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 55.0 in 1396 mm | 53.9 in 1369 mm | 55.2 in 1401 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 53.8 in 1366 mm | 57.8 in 1469 mm | 58.7 in 1492 mm |
| Rear hip room | 53.3 in 1355 mm | 52.9 in 1344 mm | 56.7 in 1440 mm | 57.7 in 1466 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in 1073 mm | 44.7 in 1136 mm | 41.2 in 1046 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | 33.9 in 862 mm | 31.5 in 800 mm | 35.6 in 904 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 357.0 l 12.61 ft3 0.36 m3 | 341.0 l 12.04 ft3 0.34 m3 | 535.0 l 18.89 ft3 0.54 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 1417.0 l 50.04 ft3 1.42 m3 | 1231.0 l 43.47 ft3 1.23 m3 | 1460.0 l 51.56 ft3 1.46 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | - | - | - |
| Curb weight | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg | 3366.46 lb 1527 kg | 3560.47 lb 1615 kg | 4717.89 lb 2140 kg |
| Weight distribution front | 51 % | - | - | - |
| Weight distribution rear | 49 % | - | - | - |
| Front axle load limit | - | - | - | 2524.29 lb 1145 kg |
| Rear axle load limit | - | - | - | 3075.45 lb 1395 kg |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | - | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 992.08 lb 450 kg | 976.65 lb 443 kg | 892.87 lb 405 kg | - |
| GVWR | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg | 4343.11 lb 1970 kg | 4453.34 lb 2020 kg | 5985.55 lb 2715 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | - | - | 2645.55 lb 1200 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | - | - | - | 1653.47 lb 750 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.278 Cd | 0.24 Cd | 0.27 Cd | 0.27 Cd |
| Additional information | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | Curb weight excludes driver weight. | - | Curb weight with driver - 2215 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | - | Volkswagen | - |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | - | EEM 100 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front | Front | Rear |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 101 kW 136.1 hp 138.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 2850 - 6000 rpm | 3300 - 12000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 1000 - 2850 rpm | 0 - 3300 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes | - |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Eco+ Normal | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Three levels of regenerative braking Eco mode power - 70 kW Eco mode torque - 233 Nm Eco+ mode power - 40 kW Eco+ mode torque - 211 Nm | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | - | - | - |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | - | - | - |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | - | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | Front | - | - | Front |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | - | - | 70 kW 93.9 hp 95.2 ps |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | - | - | 150 Nm 15.3 kgm 110.6 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | - | - | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 300 kW 402.3 hp 407.9 ps | 101 kW 136.1 hp 138.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps |
| Total system torque | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 290 Nm 29.6 kgm 213.9 ft-lb | 460 Nm 46.9 kgm 339.3 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 102.5 mph 165.0 km/h | 93.2 mph 150.0 km/h | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.70 s | - | 9.60 s | 6.20 s |
| Additional information | - | - | Eco mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 13 s Eco mode top speed - 115 km/h Eco+ mode 0-100 km/h acceleration - 19 s Eco+ mode top speed - 90 km/h | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CTY: 355.4 mi / 572.0 km WLTP, CMB: 261.0 mi / 420.0 km | EPA, CMB: 170.0 mi / 273.6 km WLTP, CMB: 193.2 mi / 311.0 km | NEDC, CMB: 186.4 mi / 300.0 km EPA, CMB: 125.0 mi / 201.2 km | WLTP, CMB: 298.3 mi / 480.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CTY: 18.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 21.6 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 145 MPGe EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 133 MPGe EPA, HWY: 121 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 13.2 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 126 MPGe EPA, CMB: 28 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 119 MPGe EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 18.2 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | A+ | A+ | A+++ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.9 m 35.76 ft | 10.2 m 33.46 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | 2.85 | 2.76 | - |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 15.8 | Overall steering gear ratio - 15:1:1 | - | Progressive steering Dynamic steering |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 7.412 | 3.61 | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Gearbox model - EQ 270 | Steering ratio - 15.6 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Öhlins Dual Flow Valve (DFV) manually adjustable dampers | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | MacPherson strut Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Öhlins Dual Flow Valve (DFV) manually adjustable dampers | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Four-link Coil springs (helical springs |
| Additional information | - | - | - | Comfort suspension Optional sports suspension |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | - |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.8 in 375 mm | - | 11.3 in 287 mm | - |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.4 in 35 mm | - | 1.0 in 25 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs | Discs | - |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.4 in 340 mm | - | 10.7 in 272 mm | - |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | - | 0.4 in 10 mm | - |
| Additional information | Brembo 4-piston front calipers | Front brakes diameter - 280 mm Rear brakes diameter - 284 mm | - | Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 6.5Jx16 ET45 | 6.5Jx16 ET46 | 8Jx19 8Jx19 8Jx20 8.5Jx21 9Jx21 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/40R20 | 205/60R16 R | 205/55R16 91H | 235/55R19 101T 255/50R19 103T 235/50R20 100T 255/45R20 101T 235/43R21 101T 255/40R21 102T |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 38.3 kWh | - | 76.6 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 40.4 kWh | - | 82 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 78 kWh | - | 35.8 kWh | - |
| Manufacturer | - | LG Chem | Samsung SDI | - |
| Model | - | LGX E63 | - | - |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM622 | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - | - |
| Number of cells | - | 176 | 264 | - |
| Battery cell format | Pouch | - | - | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | - | - |
| Cell max charge voltage | - | 4.2 V | - | - |
| Cell min discharge voltage | - | 2.5 V - 3 V | - | - |
| Number of modules | 27 | - | 27 | - |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 319.4 V | 323 V | 400 V |
| Energy density | - | 112.4 Wh/kg | - | - |
| Weight | - | 791.46 lb 359 kg | 701.07 lb 318 kg | 866.42 lb 393 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Optional battery heater | Passive cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 Type 2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 6 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 1.2 kW DC 50 kW AC 2.3 kW AC 3.6 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 40 kW | AC 11 kW DC 110 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:06 | DC 100 kW, 0:23 DC 50 kW, 0:46 AC 7.2 kW, 5:20 | DC 50 kW, 0:34 DC 40 kW, 0:43 AC 7.2 kW, 4:55 AC 3.6 kW, 9:50 AC 2.3 kW, 15:24 AC 1.2 kW, 29:30 | DC 110 kW, 0:32-0:38 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | SmartSense active safety and driving assistance systems (S) 10.25-inch AVN screen (S) 7-inch LCD console display (S) Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support (S) Audio Video Navigation system (O) Blue Link connectivity services (S) Multi-Bluetooth function (with 10.25-inch AVN option only) (S) Blue ambient lighting (S) Black cloth (S) Dark Chrome Accent dashboard garnish (O) Leather in four color options (O) | Adjustable cargo floor (S) e-Golf front grille with blue accent (S) Integrated rear spoiler (S) 3-point safety belts for all seating positions with pretensioners for driver and front passenger (S) Anti-lock Braking System (S) Anti-Slip Regulation (S) Automatic Post-Collision Braking System (S) Child safety locks on rear doors (S) City Emergency Braking (S) Cruise Control (S) Driver alertness detection (S) Driver and front passenger seat belt reminder (S) Driver and passenger front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint system (S) Driver-only knee airbag (S) Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (S) Electronic Differential Lock (S) Electronic speed control (S) Electronic Stability Control (S) Engine Braking Assist (S) Front airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Front and rear seats belt load limiters (S) Hydraulic Brake Assist (S) Immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, central locking (S) Intelligent Crash Response System (S) Isofix on rear seats (S) LATCH (S) Park Distance Control with Maneuver Braking (S) Rearview camera (S) Side chest airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Side chest airbags for rear seats (S) Side curtain airbags for front seats (S) Side curtain airbags for rear seats (S) Side head airbags for dirver and passenger (S) Speed assist (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) XDS (Cross Differential System) (S) 2 x 12V power outlets: 1 in front center console, 1 in cargo area (S) 8-inch Composition Media touchscreen sound system with proximity sensor (S) Bluetooth with audio streaming for compatible devices (S) Color multi-function trip computer (S) Keyless entry with push-button start (S) MIB II infotainment system (S) MP3/WMA/FLAC-compatible CD player, AM/FM/HD Radio, SD memory card reader, and voice control (S) SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription (S) 8 x speakers (S) USB port (S) VW Car-Net connected services (S) Climatronic automatic dual-zon A/C (S) Parking heater/ventilation (S) 6-way partial power-adjustable front seats (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Adjustable lumbar support for driver and front passenger seats (S) Front comfort seats (S) Heated front seats (S) Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel (S) Electrically heated windshield (S) Heated front washer nozzles (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down front and rear (S) Rain-sensing windshield wipers (S) Rear window wiper and washer system (S) Power-folding and adjustable side mirrors with turning signal (S) Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Automatic headlights with Coming/Leaving Home feature (S) Halogen headlights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED rear lights (S) Leather gear knob (S) V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces (S) | Aluminium roof rails (S) Bumpers with standard paint (S) Dynamic package (O) Dynamic package plus (O) Exterior mirror housings in body colour (S) Full paint finish (O) Function Package (O) Inlays in haptic black paint (S) Model name and technology lettering (S) Omission of model name and output/technology logo (O) Omission of output/technology logo (O) Safety Package Plus (O) Smoking Pack (O) Acoustic vehicle warning system (S) Adaptive cruise assist with emergency assist (O) Airbag for driver and front passenger with front passenger airbag deactivation (S) Anti-theft alarm system (O) Anti-theft wheel bolts (S) Assist Package (O) Assist Package plus (O) Assistance package (O) Assistance package advanced (O) Assistance package plus (O) Audi drive select (S) Audi pre-sense, front (S) Child seat attachment i-Size on the passenger side and i-Size and Top Tether on the outer rear seats (S) Comfort key (O) Comfort key in conjunction with anti-theft package (O) Convenience key in conjunction with anti-theft package (O) Convenience key, with Safelock (O) Cruise control system with adjustable speed limiter (O) Cruise Control system with speed limiter (S) Electronic immobiliser (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) EU Emergency call system (S) Evasive Assist and Sideguard Assist (S) First-aid kit with warning triangle and vests (S) Front side airbags with head airbag system and front interaction airbag (S) Heated steering wheel (O) High-beam assist (O) i-Size child seat mounting on the front passenger side and i-Size and top tether on the outer rear s (S) Lane departure warning (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Security package plus (O) Side airbags, front and rear with head airbag system and interaction airbag, front (O) Swerve assist and turn assist (S) Tool kit (O) Tool kit with tyre repair kit (S) Audi connect Navigation & Infotainment plus (O) Audi connect Remote & Control (S) Audi Smartphone interface (S) Audi sound system (O) Audi sound system (S) Bluetooth interface (S) Digital radio reception (S) Front speakers (passive) (S) MMI (S) MMI Navigation Advanced (O) MMI Navigation Plus (O) Smartphone interface with USB rear (O) SONOS premium sound system (O) Climate Control package, with 3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning (O) Comfort air conditioning (S) Child seat attachment i-Size on the passenger side and i-Size and Top Tether on the outer rear seats (S) Comfort front centre armrest, front (S) Comfort Package Plus (O) Comfort Package with 4-way lumbar support for front seats (O) Electrically adjustable driver seat (O) Foldable rear seats (S) Heated seats, front (O) Manually adjustable front seats (S) Rear seat back, split folding (O) Double-spoke leather steering wheel with multifunction (S) Double-spoke leather steering wheel with multifunction and shift paddles (O) Double-spoke sports leather steering wheel, flattened at the top and bottom, with multifunction and (O) Heated steering wheel (O) Acoustic glazing for the side windows (O) Door sill trims with aluminium inlays (O) Heat insulating glass (S) Illuminated door sill trims (O) Panoramic glass sunroof, 2-sectioned (O) Power tailgate (O) Privacy glass (dark-tinted windows) (O) Windscreen in climate comfort and acoustic glazing, wirelessly heated (O) Windscreen in thermal insulation glazing (S) Auto-dimming rear view mirror (S) Electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors (S) Ambient lighting pack (O) Ambient lighting pack plus (O) DRLs with assistant driving lights (S) Headlight washers (O) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Matrix LED headlights with progressive lighting technology (O) Black fabric seating (S) Fabric headliner (S) Front and rear floor mats (S) Leather and artificial leather in black (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | - | The model was available in the US in the late fall of 2017. | - |
| 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack | 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh | 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf Limited Edition | 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro Advance |