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Polestar 3 vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Casalini 550?

Polestar 3 vs Casalini 550: Key differences

Polestar 3

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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.

Casalini 550 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,597 £.

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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 Polestar 3 offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 672 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers substantially more torque with 870 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 842 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.

Seats: Polestar 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is considerably lighter – 425 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 1,890 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more boot space – 484 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 484 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries considerably more – 645 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 372 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Casalini 550 is far ahead overall 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 £17,000
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Casalini 550

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
Polestar 3
Casalini 550

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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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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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Polestar 3
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
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
-
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 645 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Casalini
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