Compare performance (228 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or Polestar 3?
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.
Mercedes EQA is considerably cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,488 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is marginally more efficient: consuming 16.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 230 km more than the Mercedes EQA.
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 clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 289 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers significantly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 520 Nm more.
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, Mercedes EQA is markedly lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 484 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 144 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries moderately more – 496 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 71 kg.
The Polestar 3 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.
The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.
detailsPolestar 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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Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
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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
16.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,115 kg
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Trunk capacity
340 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
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Length
4,900 mm
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Width
1,834 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Payload
425 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
228 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
390 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
168 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
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Polestar
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