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SERES 5 vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (55,700 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 5 or Polestar 3?

SERES 5 vs Polestar 3: Key differences

SERES 5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
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Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SERES 5 is visibly cheaper – starting at 55,700 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,923 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 217 km more than the SERES 5.

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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 3 offers slightly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the SERES 5 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers very slightly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Polestar 3 is very slightly lighter – 2,315 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more boot space – 484 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries significantly more – 645 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 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.

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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
SERES 5
Polestar 3

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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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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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SERES 5
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,700 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
430 km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
367 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,930 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
375 kg
Payload
605 - 645 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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
585 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
940 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
430 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
SERES
Brand
Polestar
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