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Polestar 3 vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or ZEEKR 001?

Polestar 3 vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Polestar 3

  • marginally more efficient
  • slightly more electric range

ZEEKR 001

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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space

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.

ZEEKR 001 is clearly cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,942 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR 001. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 86 km more than the ZEEKR 001.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers very slightly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers visibly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 224 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, ZEEKR 001 is slightly lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers moderately more boot space – 539 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries very slightly more – 520 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 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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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 585 - 620 km
Polestar 3
ZEEKR 001

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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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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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Polestar 3
ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
585 - 620 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
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
4,900 mm
Length
-
Width
1,935 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
285 - 496 kg
Payload
505 - 520 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
ZEEKR
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