Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
i5 eDrive40
Overview
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
2023 - Present
Year
2025 - Present
81.2
Engine
112
—
Power
—
Electric
Fuel
Electric
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
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i5 eDrive40
Specification
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
81.2
Battery Capacity
112
—
Battery Capacity Gross
112
81.2
Battery Capacity Usable
106
Lithium-ion
Battery Type
Lithium-ion NMC
550 km (WLTP)
Electric Range
678 km (WLTP)
18.1
Energy Consumption
17.8
250
Power
550
400
Torque
812
6.0
0–100 km/h
3.9
193
Top Speed
250
22
AC Charging Power
11
205
DC Fast Charging Power
350
Type-2
AC Connector
Type-2
Ccs2
DC Connector
Ccs2
10–80% in 30 min (Minimum DC charging time under suitable conditions)
DC Charging
10–80% in 22 min
Yes
Heat Pump
—
Yes
One-Pedal Driving
Yes
Yes
Regenerative Braking
Yes
—
Wireless Charging
15 W
RWD
Drive Type
AWD
245 / 40R20 front, 275 / 35R20 rear
Tyre Size
245 / 45R20 front; 285 / 40R20 rear
20
Wheel Size
20
4
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs with 4-piston Brembo calipers
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs
Double-wishbone
Front Suspension
Quad-link with coil springs and passive dampers
Five-link
Rear Suspension
Quad-link with coil springs and passive dampers
Electric power-assisted rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
7
Number of Airbags
8
1500
Towing Capacity
1800
11.9
Turning Circle
12.33
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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i5 eDrive40
Dimension
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
5060
Length
5087
1900
Width
2015
1515
Height
1425
2995
Wheelbase
3054
—
Ground Clearance
149
2195
Kerb Weight
2500
490
Boot Space
365
—
Boot Space (Seats Folded)
1128
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Frunk Space
62
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
Electric vehicle features
i5 eDrive40
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
BMW i5 eDrive40
Pros
- +Up to 550 km WLTP range
- +Fast 205 kW DC charging
- +Strong rear-wheel-drive performance
- +Large 490 litre boot
- +Five-star ANCAP safety
Cons
- −High Australian purchase price
- −Heavy kerb weight
- −No front luggage compartment
- −Real range varies with conditions
- −Options can add significant cost
Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Pros
- +Long 678 km WLTP range
- +Very strong 550 kW output
- +Fast 350 kW DC charging
- +Practical front and rear storage
- +High 1800 kg towing capacity
Cons
- −High Australian purchase price
- −Heavy 2500 kg kerb weight
- −No rear windscreen
- −Large footprint for urban parking
- −Range remains a manufacturer target
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
System power around 550 kW supports a solid performance score.
Best for Value: BMW i5 eDrive40
Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.
Best for Practicality / Space: BMW i5 eDrive40
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Bottom Line: Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor leads on performance, BMW i5 eDrive40 leads on value and BMW i5 eDrive40 leads on practicality.
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