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Mercedes GLE vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (136,500 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Polestar 3?

Mercedes GLE vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

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  • a bit more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Polestar 3

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 67,400 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 136,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,124 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 614 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers a bit more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers very slightly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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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, Mercedes GLE is only slightly lighter – 2,375 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more boot space – 655 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries markedly more – 675 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 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 : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Reviews Mercedes GLE

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Victor
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I just love Benz cars

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
136,500 - 175,800 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 12.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
89 - 92 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
86 - 284 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,375 - 2,800 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
-
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
470 - 675 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
457 - 634 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
520 - 850 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
336 - 466 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
2,999 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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