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Polestar 4 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison
Compare performance (544 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or BMW 3 Series Saloon?
Polestar 4 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences
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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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.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is markedly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,115 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 519 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
3 Series Saloon
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 4 offers marginally more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers marginally more torque with 700 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 14 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, BMW 3 Series Saloon is substantially lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 655 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers marginally more boot space – 526 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries only slightly more – 495 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 4 stands 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.
from £53,100
Polestar 4
Polestar 4
BMW 3 Series Saloon
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Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Polestar 4
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Price
39,900 - 91,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Length
4,840 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Height
1,534 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
BMW
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