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Mercedes G-Class vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Polestar 3?

Mercedes G-Class vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • markedly more trunk space
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Polestar 3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Polestar 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 67,600 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,962 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is significantly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G-Class. That’s a difference of about 10.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 168 km more than the Mercedes G-Class.

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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 Polestar 3 offers moderately more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 605 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes G-Class takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers noticeably more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 294 Nm more.

G-Class

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, Polestar 3 is very slightly lighter – 2,315 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers markedly more boot space – 640 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries only slightly more – 715 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 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.

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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
Mercedes G-Class
Polestar 3

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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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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 G-Class
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
605 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Polestar
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