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Isuzu D-Max vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Polestar 3?

Isuzu D-Max vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Polestar 3

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

D-Max

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.

Isuzu D-Max is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,085 £.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Isuzu D-Max takes 12.6 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers considerably more torque with 910 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

D-Max

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, Isuzu D-Max is visibly lighter – 1,905 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 670 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries significantly more – 1,095 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 599 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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
Isuzu D-Max
Polestar 3

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Isuzu D-Max

The Isuzu D-Max wears its workhorse credentials with quiet confidence, delivering rugged practicality and a cabin that keeps things simple and sensible. If you want a dependable truck that gets on with the job without fuss—and even manages a bit of comfort on the road—the D-Max is a smart, no-nonsense pick.

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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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Isuzu D-Max
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 50,100 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
228 - 235 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,905 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
990 - 1,095 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
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
163 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
360 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
1,898 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Polestar
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