BMW i5 xDrive40 vs Polestar 4 Long Range Dual Motor Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | BMW i5 | Polestar 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$83,900 | C$69,900 |
| Range (Claimed) | 447 km | 434 km |
| Battery Capacity | 84 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Motor Power | 216 kW | 303 kW |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 200 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 3.8s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
BMW i5 vs Polestar 4: Verdict
The Polestar 4 is the more affordable choice at C$69,900, undercutting the other by about C$14,000. The Polestar 4 is the more powerful EV, producing 303 kW to the other's 216 kW. The Polestar 4 carries the larger battery at 100 kWh against 84 kWh.
Overall the Polestar 4 holds the clearer advantage here — it leads on a lower purchase price (C$69,900) — so it is the stronger pick unless brand loyalty or a specific feature points you to the BMW i5.
BMW i5 vs Polestar 4
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Spec Score(16 specs)
3
16 specs
BMW i5
7
16 specs
Polestar 4
Best
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$83,900
C$69,900
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
447 km
434 km
Battery
↑ higher
84 kWh
100 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
216 kW
303 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.4s (0-100 km/h)s
3.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
84 kWh
100 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
447 km
434 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
216 kW
303 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
230 km/h
200 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.4s (0-100 km/h)s
3.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
5060 mm
4839 mm
Width
1900 mm
1836 mm
Height
1515 mm
1534 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2995 mm
2999 mm
Features
BMW i5
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Polestar 4
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
2
of 11 wins
BMW i5
4
of 11 wins
Polestar 4
Best Overall
Comparing:
BMW i5 (xDrive40) vs Polestar 4 (Long Range Dual Motor)
| Spec name |  Electric BMW i5xDrive40 C$83,900 2027EMI → |  Electric Polestar 4Long Range Dual Motor C$69,900 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$83,900 | C$69,900 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,329/mo | C$1,107/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 216 kW | 303 kW Best | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 84 kWh | 100 kWh Best | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 820 Nm | 343 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 230 km/h Best | 200 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 3.8s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 447 km Best | 434 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 5060 mm | 4839 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1900 mm | 1836 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1515 mm | 1534 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2995 mm | 2999 mm Best | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto