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Polestar 3 vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (67400 £ vs 54000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Volvo EX60?

Polestar 3 vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

Polestar 3

Volvo EX60

  • clearly perceptible cheaper
  • noticeable more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • to a small extent more electric range
  • evident quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • hardly perceptible more trunk space

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.

Volvo EX60 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 54000 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13371 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX60: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Polestar 3 with 17.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.90 kWh.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 810 km, about 104 km more than the Polestar 3.

EX60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX60 has a noticeable edge – offering 680 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls to a small extent stronger with 910 Nm compared to 790 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Volvo EX60 is slightly lighter – 2190 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EX60 offers hardly perceptible more room – 523 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, Polestar 3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 496 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 sits 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.

Polestar 3
Volvo EX60

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EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 620 - 810 km

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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Volvo EX60

The Volvo EX60 arrives as a sleek, family-friendly electric SUV that blends Scandinavian restraint with a surprising dash of personality, wrapping a calm, premium cabin around practical everyday usability. It’s aimed at buyers who prize safety and comfort but still want a car that rewards an enthusiastic drive, proving that sensible can be quietly fun.

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Polestar 3
Volvo EX60

Costs and Consumption

Price
67400 - 79000 £
Price
54000 - 70100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
620 - 810 km
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Curb weight
2190 - 2425 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
4900 mm
Length
-
Width
1935 mm
Width
1899 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
285 - 496 kg
Payload
435 - 460 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
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026 - 2027
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Polestar 3?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.