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Nissan Qashqai vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Polestar 3?

Nissan Qashqai vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Nissan Qashqai is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,757 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 312 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 Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is only slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Nissan Qashqai tops out at 206 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers significantly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.

Qashqai

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, Nissan Qashqai is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 1,155 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers marginally more boot space – 504 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Nissan Qashqai offers barely more capacity – up to 1,447 L, about 36 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries marginally more – 520 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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 £67,400
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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
Nissan Qashqai
Polestar 3

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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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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Nissan Qashqai
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
102 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,425 mm
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,625 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 - 1,447 L
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
466 - 520 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 205 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
170 - 206 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
240 - 330 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 151 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Polestar
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