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Kia EV6 vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (609 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (38,600 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV6 or Polestar 3?
EV6
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia EV6 is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,800 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV6 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 1.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 124 km more than the Kia EV6.
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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 Kia EV6 offers moderately more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is somewhat faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia EV6 tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 22 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers somewhat more torque with 910 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
EV6
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, Kia EV6 is markedly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 620 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV6 offers very slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 3 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,411 L, about 121 L more than the Kia EV6.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries marginally more – 496 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia EV6 is clearly superior 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.
from £38,600
Kia EV6
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Kia EV6
The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.
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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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Kia EV6
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4,695 mm
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Length
4,900 mm
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Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
1,550 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Payload
440 - 450 kg
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 609 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
185 - 188 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 448 kW
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Polestar
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