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VW ID.3 vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (28,600 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.3 or Polestar 5?

VW ID.3 vs Polestar 5: Key differences

VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly lighter

Polestar 5

  • considerably more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

ID.3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,089 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.3 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 5. That’s a difference of about 3.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 670 km, about 65 km more than the VW ID.3.

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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 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 558 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 5.7 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 5 delivers clearly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 545 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

ID.3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW ID.3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.3 is visibly lighter – 1,787 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 675 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.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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ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Reviews VW ID.3

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Polestar 5

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,264 mm
Length
-
Width
1,809 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
1,564 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
437 - 473 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.3 have?

The VW ID.3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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