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Ford Explorer EV vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 67,400 £ ) 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

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • visibly lighter

Polestar 3

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

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

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 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,162 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 104 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 markedly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 231 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 visibly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 579 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 Ford Explorer EV carries slightly more – 585 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV shows a few small advantages 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Ford Explorer EV
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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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 - 48,800 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 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
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
531 - 585 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 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
Ford
Brand
Polestar
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