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NIO EL8 vs Polestar 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (653 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (71100 £ vs 67400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Polestar 3?

NIO EL8

Polestar 3

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 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 67400 £, while the NIO EL8 costs 71100 £. That’s a price difference of around 3695 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 3: with 17.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the NIO EL8 with 21.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.60 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 3 performs evident better – achieving up to 706 km, about 196 km more than the NIO EL8.

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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 NIO EL8 has a distinct edge – offering 653 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 3 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the NIO EL8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 910 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: NIO EL8 offers slightly more seating capacity – 6 vs 5.

In curb weight, Polestar 3 is slight lighter – 2575 kg compared to 2613 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 3 offers convincingly more room – 484 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 3 performs convincingly better – up to 1411 L, which is about 601 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, NIO EL8 slightly takes the win – 577 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 3 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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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
71100 - 90800 £
Price
67400 - 79000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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73.5 - 90 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
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2613 - 2633 kg
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
5099 mm
Length
4900 mm
Width
1989 mm
Width
1935 mm
Height
1750 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Payload
557 - 577 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Polestar

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What drive types are available for the NIO EL8?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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