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RS e-tron GT Performance vs Polestar 5

Audi · Polestar

1/4 Mile winner
RS e-tron GT Performance
Beats the Polestar 5 by 0.91s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the RS e-tron GT Performance beats the Polestar 5 decisively, finishing 0.91 seconds ahead. Off the line, the RS e-tron GT Performance is the quicker car (0–100 in 2.5s vs 3.2s) and that early lead carries to the line.

Spec head-to-head

Power
912 hp
871 hp
0–100 km/h
2.5s
3.2s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
Dual Motor AWD
Dual Motor
Fuel
Electric
Electric
Torque
1027 Nm
1015 Nm
Price
$167,000
$120,000

Simulated race times

Distance
RS e-tron GT Performance
Polestar 5
100 m
4.302s
4.787s
1/8 mile
6.489s
7.162s
1/4 mile
10.056s
10.965s
1 km
19.197s
20.424s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Polestar 5 is $120,000 vs $167,000 for the RS e-tron GT Performance — a $47,000 gap. Power: RS e-tron GT Performance makes 41 hp more (912 vs 871). 0–100 km/h: RS e-tron GT Performance is 0.70s quicker (2.5s vs 3.2s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the RS e-tron GT Performance or the Polestar 5?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RS e-tron GT Performance is faster, beating the Polestar 5 by 0.91 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the RS e-tron GT Performance vs the Polestar 5?

The RS e-tron GT Performance hits 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, while the Polestar 5 does it in 3.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The RS e-tron GT Performance produces 912 hp; the Polestar 5 produces 871 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The RS e-tron GT Performance tops out at 250 km/h, and the Polestar 5 reaches 250 km/h.

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