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BMW iX4 vs Polestar 4
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The BMW iX4 is £580 cheaper than the Polestar 4 (£60,170 against £60,750).
- The BMW iX4 goes further: about 320 miles against 295 in typical real-world driving.
- The BMW iX4 is more efficient (3.9 against 3.1 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The BMW iX4 has the bigger boot: 548 litres against 526.
Side by side
| BMW iX4 40 xDrive | Polestar 4 SUV Dual Motor (MY27) | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £60,170 | £60,750 |
| Real-world range | 320 mi | 295 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 396 mi | – |
| Cold motorway range | 230 mi | – |
| Efficiency | 3.9 mi/kWh | 3.1 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 82.6 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 300 kW | up to 200 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 21 min | – |
| AC charging | 11 kW | – |
| Boot | 548 L | 526 L |
| Towing (braked) | 2,000 kg | 1,500 kg |
| Length | 4,782 mm | – |
| 0–62 mph | 5.6 s | 3.9 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Available (check whether standard) |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Not listed | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | Check | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: BMW iX4 40 xDrive and Polestar 4 SUV Dual Motor (MY27). Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the BMW iX4 or the Polestar 4?
The BMW iX4 is £580 cheaper than the Polestar 4 (£60,170 against £60,750).
Which has the longer range, the BMW iX4 or the Polestar 4?
The BMW iX4 goes further: about 320 miles against 295 in typical real-world driving.
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