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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Polestar 2?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Polestar 2: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • very slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • considerably more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,049 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 558 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers somewhat more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers marginally more torque with 740 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers a bit more boot space – 480 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries a bit more – 495 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 is far ahead 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
-
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar
Is the BMW 3 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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