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Ford Explorer EV vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Polestar 3?

Ford Explorer EV vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • barely more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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

Explorer EV

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 45 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.

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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 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm more.

Explorer EV

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, Ford Explorer EV is a bit lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers barely more boot space – 484 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries very slightly more – 645 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 stands out in the key areas 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 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 601 - 647 km
Ford Explorer EV
Polestar 3

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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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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Ford Explorer EV
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
605 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Polestar
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