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Audi Q8 vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Polestar 3?

Audi Q8 vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Audi Q8

  • somewhat more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 3

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  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Polestar 3 is a bit cheaper – starting at 67,400 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,952 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 626 km more than the Audi Q8.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers somewhat more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers very slightly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q8 is somewhat lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 400 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers slightly more boot space – 605 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 169 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £67,400
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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
Audi Q8
Polestar 3

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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Audi Q8
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Polestar
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