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Polestar 3 vs Geely E5 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Geely E5?

Polestar 3 vs Geely E5: Key differences

Polestar 3

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  • significantly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Geely E5

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • markedly 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:

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.

Geely E5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Geely E5 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 172 km more than the Geely E5.

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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 3 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 462 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 Geely E5 takes 6.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 550 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, Geely E5 is markedly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers only slightly more boot space – 484 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries noticeably more – 645 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 holds a decisive 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 £67,600
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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
Polestar 3
Geely E5

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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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Geely E5

The Geely E5 is a practical, no-nonsense sedan that prioritizes comfort and everyday usability while delivering solid value for money. It appeals to buyers who want affordable running costs, easy city driving and a sensible set of features without excess.

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Polestar 3
Geely E5

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
32,600 - 36,800 £
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
15.8 - 16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
430 - 475 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
1,715 - 1,815 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,901 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 645 kg
Payload
427 - 445 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
160 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
Geely
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