Comparison between:
- 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack
- 2023 BMW i4 M50
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 | 2023 BMW i4 M50 | |
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| Model alias | - | i4 (G26) |
| Trim | Performance Pack | M50 |
| Model year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe |
| 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) | USD 69,700 (USA, Jun 2023) EUR 71,100 (Germany, Jun 2023) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | - | Coupe |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Snow Magnesium Thunder Moon Midnight Void | Alpine White Sapphire Black Mineral White Sunset Orange Adventure Red San Remo Green M Brooklyn Gray M Portimao Blue BMW Individual Dravite Gray BMW Individual Tanzanite Blue BMW Individual Frozen Portimao Blue BMW Individual Frozen Pure Gray |
| Interior colors | Slate Charcoal Barley | Black Tacora Red Canberra Beige Cognac Mocha Oyster |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 188.3 in 4783 mm |
| Width | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 72.9 in 1852 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 78.1 in 1985 mm | - |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | - |
| Height | 58.0 in 1473 mm | 57.0 in 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 112.4 in 2856 mm |
| Front track | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 62.6 in 1589 mm |
| Rear track | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 63.2 in 1606 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.9 in 860 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - |
| Approach angle | 14.7 ° | - |
| Departure angle | 21.7 ° | - |
| Clearance | - | 4.9 in 125 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 5.7 in 146 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.3 in 161 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1005 mm | - |
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in 940 mm | - |
| Front hip room | 53.7 in 1365 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 53.3 in 1355 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in 1073 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | 33.9 in 862 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 470.0 l 16.60 ft3 0.47 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 1290.0 l 45.56 ft3 1.29 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg | 5017.72 lb 2276 kg |
| Weight distribution front | 51 % | 48.7 % |
| Weight distribution rear | 49 % | 51.3 % |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 992.08 lb 450 kg | 1146.4 lb 520 kg |
| GVWR | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg | 6164.12 lb 2796 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | 3527.4 lb 1600 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | - | 1653.47 lb 750 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.278 Cd | 0.25 Cd |
| Additional information | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | BMW |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | XE2A02N0 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Electrically Excited Synchronous Motor (EESM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 230 kW 308.4 hp 312.7 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 8000 - 17000 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 365 Nm 37.2 kgm 269.2 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 0 - 5000 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | BMW |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | - |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Electrically Excited Synchronous Motor (EESM) |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 190 kW 254.8 hp 258.3 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 8000 - 17000 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 430 Nm 43.8 kgm 317.2 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 0 - 5000 rpm |
| 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 | 420 kW 563.2 hp 571.0 ps |
| Total system torque | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 795 Nm 81.1 kgm 586.4 ft-lb |
| Additional information | - | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 139.8 mph 225.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.70 s | 3.90 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 3.70 s |
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: 227.0 mi / 365.3 km EPA, CMB: 270.0 mi / 434.5 km WLTP, CTY: 323.7 mi / 521.0 km WLTP, CMB: 258.5 mi / 416.0 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: 79 MPGe EPA, CTY: 96 MPGe EPA, CMB: 35 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 42 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 80 MPGe EPA, CMB: 96 MPGe EPA, HWY: 80 MPGe EPA, HWY: 98 MPGe WLTP, CTY: 18 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 22.5 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 12.5 m 41.01 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | - |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 15.8 | Variable sport steering with Servotronic Steering ratio - 14.1:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 8.774 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | - | 9.374 |
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 | Double-joint spring strut axle Adaptive M suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Öhlins Dual Flow Valve (DFV) manually adjustable dampers | Five-link axle Adaptive M suspension |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.8 in 375 mm | - |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.4 in 35 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.4 in 340 mm | - |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | - |
| Additional information | Brembo 4-piston front calipers | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers M sports brakes in blue color |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 8.5Jx19 9Jx19 8.5Jx20 10Jx20 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/40R20 | 245/40R19 255/40R19 255/35R20 285/30R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 78 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Manufacturer | - | CATL |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM811 |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | - | Graphite |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | - | 2.5 V |
| Number of modules | 27 | - |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 398.5 V |
| Weight | - | 1212.54 lb 550 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation |
| Additional information | Cell type - pouch | Net battery capacity - 81.5 kWh Battery capacity in Ah - 210.6 Ah Prismatic cells |
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 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 11 kW DC 195 kW AC 11 kW DC 195 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 195 kW, 0:32 AC 11 kW, 8:30 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go Function (O) Active Protection (O) ARB technology (bear-actuator wheel slip limitation) (S) Automatic Brake System (ABS) (S) Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (S) Belt latch tensioner and force limiter on front seats (S) Central locking system (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Cruise control with brake function (S) Drive-off Assistant (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) Driver Attention Assist (S) Driving Assistant (O) Dry Braking function (S) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Fading compensation (S) Front and rear seats head airbargs (S) Head airbags for front and rear seats (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) ISOFIX on outer rear seats (S) Parking Assistant (S) Parking Assistant Plus (O) Performance control (S) Rearview camera (S) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) 6 x -speaker audio system (S) 17 x -speaker, 464W, 9.0 CH Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (S) BMW IconicSound Electric (S) BMW Live Cockpit Plus with BMW Curved Display (S) BMW Operating System 8.5 with navigation (S) Hi-Fi Loudspeaker System (S) Automatic 3-zone air conditioner (S) Electrically adjustable front seats with memory (S) Heated front and rear seats (O) Power adjustable lumbar support on front seats (O) Sports seats (S) Heated steering wheel (O) M steering wheel in leather, adjustable (S) M Door Sills (S) Power tailgate (S) Power windows (S) Power-adjustable glass sunroof (O) Rain sensor (S) Sun and heat protective glazing (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Heated, auto-dimming, and power-adjustable side mirrors (S) Ambient interior lights (O) BMW LaserLight (O) Headlamps levelling (S) High Beam Assist (O) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Welcome and Home lights (S) Alcantara / Sensatec with M interior trim Rhombicle Anthracite (S) Cloth/Sensatec (S) Leather (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | Software updates Some of the features may differ from market to market in terms of being standard or optional. |
| 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack | 2023 BMW i4 M50 |