Head to head · Coupe SUV (EV)
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron vs Polestar 4
On value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance, the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and Polestar 4 finish level — the right pick comes down to which measures matter most to you.
Estimated data — some figures here come from an estimated profile rather than a fully hand-checked one. Treat them as a guide, not gospel.
| Measure | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron | Polestar 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £26,650 (2023, 25,500 mi) | £29,750 (2024, 15,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 50% | 50% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 80 · wins | 70 |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 38 | 33 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £195 | £195 |
| Typical annual service | £380 | £290 · wins |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Q4 Sportback e-tron vs 4 — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Q4 Sportback e-tron or the 4?
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 80 against the Polestar 4's 70 out of 100.
How much does a used Q4 Sportback e-tron cost compared with a 4?
A roughly three-year-old Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron is worth about £26,650 at typical mileage, against about £29,750 for the equivalent Polestar 4.