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Polestar 3 vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Polestar 3 vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Polestar 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • markedly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

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 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 67,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,610 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 11 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

EQS SUV

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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers markedly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS SUV is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers very slightly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 910 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Polestar 3 is only slightly lighter – 2,575 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers clearly more boot space – 645 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers markedly more capacity – up to 2,100 L, about 689 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV stands well ahead of its rival 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 615 - 695 km
Polestar 3
Mercedes EQS SUV

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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 EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Polestar 3
Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
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
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
4,900 mm
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
285 - 496 kg
Payload
425 - 570 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
299 - 517 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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