Head to head
Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Polestar 2
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 and the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor are two of the most cross-shopped electric sedan choices on the market. The IONIQ 6 (2026) starts at $48,550 with 261 mi of range and a 60 kWh pack; the 2 Long Range Single Motor (2024) starts at $55,000 with 295 mi and a 79 kWh pack.
The price gap of $6,450 is the single biggest practical difference between them. On range, Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor holds a 13% advantage. The comparison below is generated from Eldrivo's verified specification database and updates whenever the underlying figures change — price in USD, EPA-style range, battery capacity, DC charging peak, 0–60 mph acceleration and Euro NCAP safety scores, side by side.
Category by category
Who wins where
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor travels 295 mi against 261 mi for Hyundai IONIQ 6 — roughly 13% further per charge.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 starts at $48,550, undercutting Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor at $55,000 by $6,450.
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor reaches 60 mph in 6.2s versus 8.3s for Hyundai IONIQ 6, helped by 299 hp.
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor peaks at 207 kW on a DC fast charger against 150 kW for Hyundai IONIQ 6, adding 10–80% in about 32 minutes.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 uses 143 Wh per mile compared with 166 Wh for Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor, which translates directly into lower charging costs.
Technical data
Full specifications side by side
| Spec | Hyundai IONIQ 6 | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $48,550 | $55,000 |
| Range | 261 mi | 295 mi |
| Battery | 60 kWh | 79 kWh |
| 0-60 mph | 8.3s | 6.2s |
| Power | 170 hp | 299 hp |
| DC charging peak | 150 kW | 207 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 18 min | 32 min |
| Efficiency | 143 Wh/mi | 166 Wh/mi |
| Body type | sedan | sedan |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Towing | 1,654 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Euro NCAP | 5/5 stars | Not tested |
The short answer
Which one should you buy?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 6 if…
- you want the lower entry price
- you want the lowest running cost per mile
- you need the higher tow rating
Choose the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor if…
- long-distance range matters most
- you prioritise straight-line performance
- fast road-trip charging is a priority
Common questions
Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs Polestar 2: FAQ
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