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Polestar 3 vs Audi Q4 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Audi Q4 e-tron?

Polestar 3 vs Audi Q4 e-tron: Key differences

Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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.

Audi Q4 e-tron is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,914 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q4 e-tron is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 55 km more than the Audi Q4 e-tron.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers visibly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 191 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q4 e-tron is moderately lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers marginally more boot space – 535 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 51 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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.

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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
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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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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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A more attractive vehicle inside and out, with German reliability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
-
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 645 kg
Payload
505 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the Polestar 3 have?

The Polestar 3 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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