Head-to-head
Polestar 2 vs MG IM5
Two sedans priced within $1,410 of each other. Here's where each pulls ahead on range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Sedan
Polestar 2
Sister brand to Volvo, Polestar leans into Scandinavian minimalism. The MY24+ Polestar 2 switched from front-wheel drive to rear-wheel drive, transforming its handling character.
- From
- $62,400
- Range
- 655 km
- Battery
- 82 kWh
Option B · Sedan
MG IM5
MG's premium IM sub-brand launches in Australia with the IM5 sedan — a Tesla Model 3 rival with 75 kWh and 100 kWh battery options, 655 km WLTP range, and sub-5-second 0-100 in dual-motor trim.
- From
- $60,990
- Range
- 655 km
- Battery
- 75 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Polestar 2 and MG IM5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 accepts 52 kW more DC peak charging (205 vs 153 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Power · advantage MG IM5
The MG IM5 puts down 50 kW more (250 vs 200 kW).
- 3
Battery · advantage Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 carries a 7.0 kWh larger battery (82 vs 75 kWh).
- 4
Boot · advantage MG IM5
The MG IM5 swallows 75 L more cargo with the rear seats up (480 vs 405 L).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage MG IM5
The MG IM5 is 1.3 s quicker to 100 km/h (4.9 s vs 6.2 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Polestar 2 wins
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (205 kW vs 153 kW)
Where the MG IM5 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,410
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (4.9s vs 6.2s)
Polestar 2
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 655 km long-range option
- ✓ Google-built infotainment with native Android Automotive
- ✓ Tasteful, properly minimalist cabin
What we don't
- ✕ Smaller boot than rivals
- ✕ Rear seat space tight for the price
- ✕ Service network limited outside cities
MG IM5
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 655 km WLTP range
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Genuinely quick (sub-5s 0-100)
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ MG dealer network thin on premium product
- ✕ Software UX inherited from China market
Frequently asked: Polestar 2 vs MG IM5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Polestar 2 or the MG IM5?
- The MG IM5 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $60,990 versus $62,400 for the Polestar 2, a $1,410 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Polestar 2 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 205 kW versus 153 kW for the MG IM5. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The MG IM5 does 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds — 1.3 s quicker than the Polestar 2's 6.2 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Polestar 2
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: design-conscious commuters
Choose the
MG IM5
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model 3 cross-shoppers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.