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Volvo XC90 vs Polestar 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (455 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (69800 £ vs 67400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC90 or Polestar 3?

Volvo XC90

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Polestar 3

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Polestar 3 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 67400 £, while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2400 £.

As for range, the Polestar 3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 706 km, about 635 km more than the Volvo XC90.

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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 a bit edge – offering 517 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Polestar 3 performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls evident stronger with 910 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 201 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo XC90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC90 is clearly perceptible lighter – 2080 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Polestar 3 offers noticeable more room – 484 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC90 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1856 L, which is about 445 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 clearly perceptible takes the win – 710 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 214 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Polestar 3 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Polestar 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £67,400
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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
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Volvo XC90

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The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
69800 - 84600 £
Price
67400 - 79000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Electric Range
71 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
79 - 191 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2080 - 2297 kg
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4953 mm
Length
4900 mm
Width
1923 mm
Width
1935 mm
Height
1771 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Payload
653 - 710 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
360 - 709 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
1969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Polestar

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What drivetrain options does the Volvo XC90 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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