Polestar 5

vs

Polestar 6

Sweden vs Sweden — 2025 vs 2026

Polestar 5 (2025)
Polestar 6 (2026)
Specifications
5 Electric GT6 Electric Roadster
Horsepower884 hp884 hp
Torque664 lb-ft664 lb-ft
0-60 mph3.2 sec3.2 sec
Top Speed155 mph180 mph
¼ Mile10.8 sec11.0 sec
Weight5,071 lbs4,299 lbs
Wheelbase2,900 mm2,660 mm
Length4,890 mm4,585 mm
Original MSRP$105,000$175,000
Value (Excellent)$105,000$250,000
Collectibility4/107/10
Rarity5/106/10
The Verdict

The 2026 Polestar 6 Electric Roadster emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering quicker acceleration, higher top speed, lighter weight. The 2025 Polestar 5 Electric GT counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

Within the Polestar stable, the 2025 Polestar 5 Electric GT and 2026 Polestar 6 Electric Roadster represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Polestar badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2025 Polestar 5 Electric GT producing 884 hp and the 2026 Polestar 6 Electric Roadster delivering 884 hp. The engine configurations differ significantly — a Dual Electric Motors in the Polestar 5 versus a Dual Electric Motor in the Polestar 6. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2026 Polestar 6 Electric Roadster edges ahead at 3.2 seconds versus 3.2 seconds. The Polestar 6 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 772 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 2026 Polestar 6 Electric Roadster commands a significant premium over the 2025 Polestar 5 Electric GT, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2026 Polestar 6 Electric Roadster rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.