BMW Neue Klasse SUV vs Polestar 2 Successor

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thumb image BMW Neue Klasse SUV US$ 50,000
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thumb image Polestar 2 Successor US$ 52,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Polestar
Model Neue Klasse SUV (Vision Neue Klasse X / Next-Gen iX3) Polestar 7 (Successor to Polestar 2)
Vehicle Type Electric SUV (Sports Activity Vehicle) Electric Sedan / Fastback (expected)
Trims To be announced (likely xDrive variants) TBA
Release Date Late 2025 (production start) Expected 2027
Status Upcoming (Concept shown, production pending) Upcoming (Not officially launched)
Made In Debrecen, Hungary (new BMW EV plant) Likely China & USA (Polestar production hubs)
Body Type SUV (between BMW X3 and X5 size) Sedan / Fastback Crossover style
Vehicle Warranty Expected 4 years / 50,000 miles (standard BMW EV warranty) TBA (likely 4 yrs / 50,000 miles + 8 yrs battery)
Colors To be announced TBA

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type BMW 6th-Generation eDrive Electric Motors Dual-motor AWD (single-motor RWD expected as entry trim)
Horsepower 400–500 hp (expected, not officially disclosed) 400 – 500 hp (speculative, depending on trim)
Torque Estimated 500+ Nm 600 Nm (estimated)
Acceleration 4.5–5.0 sec (expected) 4.5 sec (0–100 km/h for dual-motor)
Top Speed 130 mph (limited) 200 km/h
Range 400 miles (EPA est.) 350 – 400 miles (WLTP target)
Drivetrain Dual-motor AWD (xDrive) RWD / AWD (depending on trim)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion, prismatic cell (BMW Gen6) Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely NMC)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh (est.) 100 kWh (speculated)
Power Consumption 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.) 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) Likely 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11–22 kW AC 11–22 kW AC
Supercharging Speed Not confirmed (BMW network + Ionity) Compatible with 250–350 kW DC fast chargers
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 400 kW 30 min (10–80%)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 200 miles in 10 minutes (fast charging) 35–40 miles (AC) / ~200+ miles (DC fast)
Charging Time 10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC Fast) 8–9 hrs (AC full) / ~30 min (10–80% DC)
Charging Connector Type CCS (North America: NACS from 2025 onward) CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Wallbox (11–22 kW), Standard outlet Wallbox, portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW standard, 22 kW optional 11–22 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 187–190 in (est.) 4.8 – 4.9 m (estimated, larger than Polestar 2)
Width 75 in (est.) 1.9 m
Height 64 in (est.) 1.45–1.5 m
Wheelbase 115 in (est.) 2.9 m
Ground Clearance 7.5 in (est.) 150 mm
Cargo Space 28–60 cu ft (with seats down) 450 L + front trunk (frunk)
Curb Weight 5,000 lbs (est.) 2,000 kg (est.)
No. of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels Alloy
Wheel Size 20"–22" (expected options) 19"–21" (depending on trim)
Front Tire 255/45 R20 (est.) 245/40 R19 (est.)
Rear Tire 285/40 R20 (est.) 265/40 R19 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) Single-speed automatic (EV standard)
Turning Radius 19 ft (est.) TBA
Gear Box Single-speed reduction gear 1-speed fixed gear
Front Suspension Adaptive strut (BMW adaptive system) MacPherson strut (likely adaptive dampers in higher trims)
Rear Suspension Multi-link independent Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot BMW Highway Assistant (semi-autonomous) Advanced driver assistance (Level 2+ expected)
Navigation System BMW iDrive 10 with AR navigation Google-based navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control 3-zone automatic climate control Dual / Tri-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes (USB-C) Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Wireless standard Yes
Android Auto Wireless standard Yes
Touchscreen BMW Panoramic Vision + central display 14.5" center display (expected)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (through infotainment)
No. Of Speakers 12–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional) 14–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins expected)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° camera system 360° view
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Likely (drive assist modes) Likely no (sedan)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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