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Kia Sportage vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Polestar 3?

Kia Sportage vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly 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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sportage is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,494 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 581 km more than the Kia Sportage.

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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 680 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 392 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers considerably more torque with 870 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

Sportage

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sportage is significantly lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 763 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers slightly more boot space – 587 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries moderately more – 645 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Kia Sportage
Polestar 3

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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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 Sportage
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
67 - 177 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
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
605 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Polestar
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