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DS N°4 vs Polestar 2 (2020-2023)
Selected trimE-TENSE PALLASChange trim279 mi · 61.9 kWh · £36,995
Selected trimLong range Dual motor 78 kWh · 2020-23Change trim303 mi · 78 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, DS N°4 leads on value for money, running costs and city driving, while the Polestar 2 leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS N°4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Polestar 2 (2020-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The DS N°4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueDS
DS
5.7
Polestar
0
Motorway Range
DS
4.7
Polestar
4.4
Too close to call
FamilyPolestar
DS
5.1
Polestar
5.8
ChargingPolestar
DS
2.9
Polestar
3.5
Cost Per MileDS
DS
7.7
Polestar
4.2
City DrivingDS
DS
6.3
Polestar
4.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Polestar 2
Long range Dual motor 78 kWh
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 143 kW more power
- 2.7s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS | Polestar 2Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,995 | Not available |
| Official range | 279 miles | 303 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 390 L | 405 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 sec | 4.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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DS N°4
Polestar 2
Length
DS N°44,400mm-206mm
Polestar 24,606mm
Width
DS N°41,830mm-29mm
Polestar 21,859mm
Height
DS N°41,470mm-9mm
Polestar 21,479mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS | Polestar 2Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,606 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm (better) | 1,859 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,985 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm | 1,479 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11.5 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare (better) | 541 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS | Polestar 2Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 390 L | 405 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1240 L (better) | 1097 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 35 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
DS N°4
- At 4,400 mm, shorter than 100% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.8 m turning circle, tighter than 95% of saloon EVs in our database.
Polestar 2
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  DS N°4 E-TENSE PALLAS |  Polestar 2 Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.40m | 4.61m+206mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.86m+29mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.99m |
| Height | 1.47m | 1.48m+9mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.73m+60mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 151mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 390L | 405L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1240L (better) | 1097L |
| Frunk | Not available | 35L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11.5m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,867kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61.9kWh | 78kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 279 mi | 303 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 120kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,995 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £35,495 (-£1,500) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2025+ | 2020–2023 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS | Polestar 2Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 279 miles | 303 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 232 miles | 253 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 120 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.3 kWh | 75 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS | Polestar 2Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.4 sec | 4.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW | 300 kW (better) |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 660 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - DS N°4 E-TENSE PALLAS
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Polestar 2 Long range Dual motor 78 kWh
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS | Polestar 2Long range Dual motor 78 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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DS N°4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Polestar 2
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
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DS N°4
No active listings.
Polestar 2
- £22,1002020EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
What are the DS N°4 and Polestar 2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 232 miles for the DS N°4 and 253 miles for the Polestar 2 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Polestar 2 goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the DS N°4 or the Polestar 2?
The two are within 29 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the DS N°4 and about 541 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 2. The DS N°4 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 DS N°4 or the Polestar 2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the DS N°4 and 84% for the Polestar 2. 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
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