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BMW iX3 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (54,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Polestar 4?

BMW iX3 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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Polestar 4

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Polestar 4 is marginally cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 54,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 185 km more than the Polestar 4.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers a bit more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers barely more torque with 686 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 41 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, Polestar 4 is barely lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX3 carries marginally more – 465 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 has the upper hand 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 4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 590 - 620 km
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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 is an electric SUV that delivers the composed, premium driving experience BMW buyers expect. With a calm, refined cabin and practical everyday usability, it’s a strong choice for those who want electric motoring without giving up luxury and comfort.

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Reviews BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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Johan
20 Sept 2025, 16:15:37

Nice range, fast charging and… bidirectional charging!!

Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Reviews Polestar 4

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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Dave
21 May 2026, 08:55:02

Very nice comfort and interior feel. Big wide car with great seating front and rear.

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Carlos
21 Jan 2026, 19:23:48

The Polestar 4 has a very attractive design that doesn’t go unnoticed.
The interior is elegant, comfortable and finished with good materials.
Easy to drive, great grip on the tarmac and strong acceleration.
For the price, there are things to improve to be competitive with other brands of equal quality and technology; it needs meaningful upgrades — e.g., better driving ADAS, true autonomous parking and the ability to move the car remotely if you can’t get inside. Improving charging times is essential, and not having a rear window while relying on a camera in the interior mirror shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Otherwise, a spectacular car with a gorgeous design.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
635 - 805 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
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Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
455 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the BMW iX3?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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