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Volvo S90 vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (455 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (62,200 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S90 or Polestar 3?
Volvo S90 vs Polestar 3: Key differences
S90
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Volvo S90 is barely cheaper – starting at 62,200 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,400 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 558 km more than the Volvo S90.
3
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 Polestar 3 offers markedly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Volvo S90 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers moderately more torque with 870 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 161 Nm more.
S90
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, Volvo S90 is markedly lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 403 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers only slightly more boot space – 484 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries somewhat more – 645 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead 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
Volvo S90
Polestar 3
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Volvo S90
The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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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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Volvo S90
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Electric Range
601 - 647 km
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4,969 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,879 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
1,440 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Payload
605 - 645 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Power HP
333 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Power kW
245 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Polestar
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