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Polestar 3 vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ 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

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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • very slightly more electric range
  • clearly more trunk space
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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.

Polestar 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 67,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,344 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 48 km more than the Polestar 3.

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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 only slightly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 658 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers very slightly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 80 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 a bit lighter – 2,315 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 380 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.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries somewhat more – 645 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 leads convincingly 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 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
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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