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Polestar 3 vs Volvo XC90 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Volvo XC90?

Polestar 3 vs Volvo XC90: Key differences

Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC90

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 67,600 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,677 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 578 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 274 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 Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 201 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC90 is a bit lighter – 2,080 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries very slightly more – 710 kg compared to 645 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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
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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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Volvo XC90

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Reviews Volvo XC90

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11 Nov 2025, 12:59:12

I drive both cars. The XC90’s boot is — contrary to the figures posted here — noticeably larger than the GLC’s when carrying five people. Overall the XC90 is clearly the more comfortable and, above all, the more stable — and therefore the safer — car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
71 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 645 kg
Payload
600 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
250 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
184 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Polestar 3 have?

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

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