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Mercedes EQS SUV vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (658 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (95,000 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS SUV or Polestar 3?

Mercedes EQS SUV vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Polestar 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • barely lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Polestar 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 67,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,610 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

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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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers barely more torque with 950 Nm compared to 910 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

EQS SUV

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, Polestar 3 is barely lighter – 2,575 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeably more boot space – 645 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers noticeably more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 689 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV holds a decisive overall lead 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 615 - 695 km
Mercedes EQS SUV
Polestar 3

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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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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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Mercedes EQS SUV
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
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
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
5,125 mm
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
425 - 570 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
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