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Polestar 2 vs BMW iX3 comparison

Compare performance (476 HP vs 469 HP), boot space and price (42,000 £ vs 54,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or BMW iX3?

Polestar 2 vs BMW iX3: Key differences

Polestar 2

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely more efficient
  • slightly 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:

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.

Polestar 2 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 54,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,351 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 2. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 146 km more than the Polestar 2.

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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 2 offers very slightly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers somewhat more torque with 740 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 95 Nm more.

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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 2 is moderately lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX3 carries only slightly more – 465 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 holds a solid 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 £42,000
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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
Polestar 2
BMW iX3

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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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Polestar 2
BMW iX3

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
635 - 805 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,606 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
465 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
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
BMW
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