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BMW X3 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (398 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Polestar 4?

BMW X3 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
  • barely more trunk space

Polestar 4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably 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.

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

X3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW X3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,800 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 532 km more than the BMW X3.

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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 Polestar 4 offers markedly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW X3 is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers marginally more torque with 686 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 16 Nm more.

X3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X3 is a bit lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X3 offers barely more boot space – 570 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,700 L, about 164 L more than the Polestar 4.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries visibly more – 570 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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 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 X3

The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Reviews BMW X3

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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

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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
51,300 - 72,400 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
4,755 mm
Length
4,840 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
1,660 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
Payload
570 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Polestar
Is the BMW X3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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