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BMW iX3 vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Polestar 3?

BMW iX3 vs Polestar 3: Key differences

BMW iX3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally lighter

Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

iX3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW iX3 is slightly cheaper – starting at 60,800 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,591 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.1 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 99 km more than the Polestar 3.

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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 Polestar 3 offers marginally more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers visibly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 265 Nm more.

iX3

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 iX3 is marginally lighter – 2,360 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries marginally more – 496 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 sits just 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.

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
BMW iX3
Polestar 3

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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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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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BMW iX3
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 66,300 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
805 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
0 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
2,360 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
469 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
645 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
345 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar
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