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Polestar 3 vs Mercedes EQA comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 228 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Mercedes EQA?

Polestar 3 vs Mercedes EQA: Key differences

Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • barely 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.

Mercedes EQA is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,754 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQA is barely more efficient: consuming 16.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 171 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 452 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 Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers considerably more torque with 870 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 480 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, Mercedes EQA is barely lighter – 2,115 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 484 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 144 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 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.

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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
Mercedes EQA

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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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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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Polestar 3
Mercedes EQA

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
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
16.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 645 kg
Payload
425 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
228 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
168 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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