Polestar 2 vs MG 7

The Polestar 2 starts from $62,400 before on-road costs, while the MG 7 opens at $44,990. That makes the MG 7 the more affordable entry point by $17,410.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $68,640 and $49,489 respectively.

The Polestar 2 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The MG 7, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Polestar 2 and MG 7 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Polestar 2 packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 7 in the MG 7.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Polestar 2 and 7 in the MG 7. The MG 7 adds a 360-degree camera that the Polestar 2 misses.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Polestar 2 features a 11.2-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the MG 7 gets a 12.3-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Polestar 2 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the MG 7. The MG 7 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats and Bose audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Polestar 2 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the MG 7 offers leather.

The Polestar 2 uses a Electric Motor producing 200kW and 490Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed fixed gear to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.4 seconds.

The MG 7 responds with a 2.0L Turbo Petrol making 170kW and 380Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels.

The Polestar 2 has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 170kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Polestar 2 measures 4,606mm long on a 2,735mm wheelbase, 278mm shorter than the MG 7 at 4,884mm (2,778mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG 7 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 407L in the Polestar 2 and 375L in the MG 7, giving the Polestar 2 a 32L advantage.

For towing, the Polestar 2 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Polestar 2) vs 10 years / 250,000km (MG 7). The MG 7 has longer coverage.