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Polestar 3 vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or VW ID.4?

Polestar 3 vs VW ID.4: Key differences

Polestar 3

  • visibly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

VW ID.4

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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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.

VW ID.4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,790 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 137 km more than the VW ID.4.

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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 Polestar 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers visibly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 231 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.4 is noticeably lighter – 1,975 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.4 offers moderately more boot space – 543 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 59 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.4 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,575 L, about 164 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.4 carries marginally more – 551 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 holds a slight edge 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 : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
Polestar 3
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW ID.4

The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Polestar 3
VW ID.4

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4,900 mm
Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
Payload
285 - 496 kg
Payload
515 - 551 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
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
VW
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