Ford Mustang vs. Polestar 2
When we compare the Ford Mustang's and the Polestar 2's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang's and the Polestar 2's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Polestar 2.
Ford Mustang vs. Polestar 2 Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Mustang's price is between $32,930 and $70,071, with the Polestar 2 priced between $51,546 and $66,637.
Ford Mustang vs. Polestar 2 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang loses 21 percent of its value and the Polestar 2 loses 60.8 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang retains 39.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Polestar 2.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 315 horsepower, and the Polestar 2 base engine makes 299 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and front leg room. The Polestar 2, a electric midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Mustang and the Polestar 2 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
32930 - 70071
Used Asking Price:
32848 - 81617
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.2103
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51546 - 66637
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.607854
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.294082 / 10
Reliability:
8.388164 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Polestar 2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Mustang Rankings
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6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 11Polestar 2 Rankings
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17 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Polestar 2 Trim Levels
Long Range Dual Motor, Long Range Single Motor
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
299 hp
Torque:
361 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
320 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
82 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3579 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4396 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
181.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19