Is the Skoda Scala offered with different drivetrains?

The Skoda Scala is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Skoda Scala's engine?

Up to 150 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Skoda Scala use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5 L.

How big is the Skoda Scala overall?

The Skoda Scala measures 4362 mm long, 1793 mm wide and 1514 mm high.

What drive types are available for the Polestar 3?

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

How powerful is the Polestar 3's engine?

Up to 517 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

What is the Polestar 3’s energy consumption?

In the WLTP cycle, the Polestar 3 consumes around 17.60 kWh.

How far can the Polestar 3 go on a full charge?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 706 km.

How large is the Polestar 3’s battery?

The battery offers a capacity of 107 kWh.

What are the dimensions of the Polestar 3?

Overall, the Polestar 3 is 4900 mm long, 1935 mm wide and 1614 mm high.

Skoda Scala vs Polestar 3 – Which car is better? Specs, differences & prices compared

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.

Skoda Scala has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £, while the Polestar 3 costs 67400 £. That’s a price difference of around 46457 £.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 517 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Skoda Scala takes 8.20 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Scala performs barely noticeable better – reaching 221 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls clearly stronger with 910 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 660 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Scala is significantly lighter – 1199 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 1376 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 3 offers minimal more room – 484 L compared to 467 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1411 L, which is about 1 L more than the Skoda Scala.

When it comes to payload, Polestar 3 to a small extent takes the win – 496 kg compared to 431 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Polestar 3 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Reviews Skoda Scala

5 (2 Reviews)

Reviews Polestar 3

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Costs and Consumption
Price 20900 - 30700 £	Price 67400 - 79000 £
Consumption L/100km 5 - 5.6 L	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km 17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Electric Range -	Electric Range 567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity 107 kWh
co2 114 - 126 g/km	co2 0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 50 L	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Hatchback	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1199 - 1271 kg	Curb weight 2575 - 2584 kg
Trunk capacity 467 L	Trunk capacity 484 L
Length 4362 mm	Length 4900 mm
Width 1793 mm	Width 1935 mm
Height 1514 mm	Height 1614 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity 1410 L	Max trunk capacity 1411 L
Payload 403 - 431 kg	Payload 285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Petrol	Engine Type Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 95 - 150 HP	Power HP 299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.2 - 10.8 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed 192 - 221 km/h	Max Speed 180 - 210 km/h
Torque 175 - 250 Nm	Torque 490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4	Number of Cylinders -
Power kW 70 - 110 kW	Power kW 220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity 999 - 1498 cm3	Engine capacity -