Model X Plaid vs Polestar 5
Tesla · Polestar
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Model X Plaid beats the Polestar 5 decisively, finishing 0.87 seconds ahead. It's the 149 extra horsepower talking — the Model X Plaid simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Model X Plaid is $113,490 vs $120,000 for the Polestar 5 — a $6,510 gap. Power: Model X Plaid makes 149 hp more (1020 vs 871). 0–100 km/h: Model X Plaid is 0.60s quicker (2.6s vs 3.2s). Top speed: Model X Plaid runs to 262 km/h, 12 km/h higher than Polestar 5.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Model X Plaid or the Polestar 5?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Model X Plaid is faster, beating the Polestar 5 by 0.87 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Model X Plaid vs the Polestar 5?
The Model X Plaid hits 100 km/h in 2.6 seconds, while the Polestar 5 does it in 3.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Model X Plaid produces 1020 hp; the Polestar 5 produces 871 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Model X Plaid tops out at 262 km/h, and the Polestar 5 reaches 250 km/h.
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