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Polestar 3 vs Porsche Taycan – Differences & prices compared

Two cars, one duel: Polestar 3 meets Porsche Taycan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Polestar 3

Porsche Taycan

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.

Polestar 3 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 67400 £, while the Porsche Taycan costs 87900 £. That’s a price difference of around 20580 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Taycan: with 16.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Polestar 3 with 17.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 3 performs slight better – achieving up to 706 km, about 26 km more than the Porsche Taycan.

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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 Porsche Taycan has a convincingly edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 517 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Taycan is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.20 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Taycan performs noticeable better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Taycan pulls noticeable stronger with 1340 Nm compared to 910 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Polestar 3 offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Porsche Taycan is to a small extent lighter – 2165 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 3 offers a bit more room – 484 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan clearly perceptible takes the win – 635 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Taycan shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Polestar 3
Porsche Taycan

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Porsche Taycan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 1034 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 20.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 552 - 680 km
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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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Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan blends Porsche's razor-sharp handling with electric immediacy, delivering an exhilarating, near-silent shove that still feels unmistakably sporty. Inside it's a high-tech cockpit wrapped in premium materials, making it as rewarding to live with day to day as it is thrilling to drive on a twisty road.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
67400 - 79000 £
Price
87900 - 206700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
552 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
Length
4900 mm
Length
4962 - 4968 mm
Width
1935 mm
Width
1966 - 1998 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Height
1378 - 1381 mm
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
285 - 496 kg
Payload
175 - 635 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
300 - 760 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the Polestar 3?

The Polestar 3 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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