Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor vs Kia EV5 Light FWD Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
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EV5 Light FWD
C$43,495
| Spec | Polestar 2 | Kia EV5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$53,450 | C$43,495 |
| Range (Claimed) | 418 km | 335 km |
| Battery Capacity | 69 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Motor Power | 200 kW | 115 kW |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 180 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2s (0-100 km/h)s | 8.4s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 28 min (10-80%) | N/A |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Polestar 2 vs Kia EV5: Verdict
The Kia EV5 is the more affordable choice at C$43,495, undercutting the other by about C$9,955. The Polestar 2 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 418 km versus 335 km — roughly 83 km more. The Polestar 2 is the more powerful EV, producing 200 kW to the other's 115 kW.
Choose the Polestar 2 if you want more driving range between charges (418 km); pick the Kia EV5 if a lower purchase price (C$43,495) matters more to you.
Polestar 2 vs Kia EV5
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Spec Score(16 specs)
9
16 specs
Polestar 2
Best
1
16 specs
Kia EV5
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$53,450
C$43,495
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
418 km
335 km
Battery
↑ higher
69 kWh
60 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
200 kW
115 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
6.2s (0-100 km/h)s
8.4s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
69 kWh
60 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
418 km
335 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
28 min (10-80%)
N/A
Normal Charging
8 hrs (240V)
N/A
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
200 kW
115 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
205 km/h
180 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
6.2s (0-100 km/h)s
8.4s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4606 mm
4615 mm
Width
1859 mm
1875 mm
Height
1479 mm
1715 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2735 mm
2750 mm
Features
Polestar 2
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Kia EV5
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
5
of 11 wins
Polestar 2
Best Overall
1
of 11 wins
Kia EV5
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Polestar 2 (Standard Range Single Motor) vs Kia EV5 (Light FWD)
| Spec name |  Electric Polestar 2Standard Range Single Motor C$53,450 2026EMI → | Electric Kia EV5Light FWD C$43,495 2027EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$53,450 | C$43,495 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$847/mo | C$689/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 200 kW Best | 115 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 69 kWh Best | 60 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 343 Nm | 310 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 205 km/h Best | 180 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 6.2s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 8.4s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 418 km Best | 335 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 28 min (10-80%) | N/A | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 8 hrs (240V) | N/A | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4606 mm | 4615 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1859 mm | 1875 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1479 mm | 1715 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2735 mm | 2750 mm Best | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto