2024 Polestar 2 vs 2024 Toyota Camry
The Polestar 2 wins clearly, 95.2 to 76.2, on fuel & range, performance. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety.
2024 Polestar 2
The 2024 Polestar 2 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Whe…
2024 Toyota Camry
The 2024 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas midsize sedan with 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry Hybrid LE, is…
2024 Polestar 2
Clear winThe Polestar 2 wins clearly, 95.2 to 76.2, on fuel & range, performance. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety.
| Category · weight | 2024 Polestar 2overall 95.2 | 2024 Toyota Camryoverall 76.2 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 48.4 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 86.7 | 89.2 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 67.9 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 95.2 | 76.2 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 4 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Polestar 2
Polestar 2: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2024 Polestar 2 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (25 against 52 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 115 combined against 52 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $1,300).
Where the 2024 Toyota Camry answers
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 92 against 69).
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
46 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Polestar 2 | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Fuel injection system | — | D-4S |
| Valve configuration | — | Twin-cam, 16-valve with VVT-i (Intake) / VVT-i (Exhaust) |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 203 hp |
| Torque | — | 184 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 39 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 2.802 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.7 in |
| Overall height | — | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | — | 192 in |
| Overall width | — | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 100 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 38.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 38 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,310 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,310 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric Power Steering (EPS): rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | foot pedal |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P215/55 R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 15.8 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 55.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
23 features · differences first, then sharedSafety15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, with low light pedestrian detection and daytime cyclist detection | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags | — | std |
| Front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and road edge detection with Sway Warning System | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| Ten airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | — | std |
| Rear seat-mounted side airbags | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High Beams | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger knee airbags | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | — | std |
| Traction Control (TRAC) | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) | — | std |
Infotainment2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial | — | std |
| Audio Upgrade Package – Audio Plus, Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging | — | opt |
Convenience1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | std |
Exterior5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Polestar 2 | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with black accents | — | std |
| LED daytime running lights (DRL) with on/off feature | — | std |
| Rear window defogger with timer | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPPolestar 2
Top recalls
- critical Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25V409000 · 2 vehicles
- high Air Bags 24V939000 · 7 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V615000 · 27,816 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V280000 · 27,816 vehicles
- minor Back Over Prevention 24V477000 · 25,825 vehicles
Toyota Camry
Top recalls
- high Seats 24V128000 · 4,212 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Polestar 2 | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | — 18 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Wheels) | Camry Hybrid LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 115 | 52 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $650 | $1,300 |
| EV range | 320 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2024 Polestar 2 or the 2024 Toyota Camry?
The Polestar 2 wins clearly, 95.2 to 76.2, on fuel & range, performance. The Toyota Camry is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2024 Polestar 2 scores 95.2 and the 2024 Toyota Camry 76.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2024 Polestar 2 or the 2024 Toyota Camry?
2024 Polestar 2: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 5 recalls. 2024 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2024 Polestar 2 and the 2024 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2024 Polestar 2 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (25 against 52 filed with NHTSA), is rated 115 combined against 52 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($650 against $1,300). Where the 2024 Toyota Camry answers: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 92 against 69). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.