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VW ID.5 vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Polestar 3?

VW ID.5 vs Polestar 3: Key differences

VW ID.5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Polestar 3

  • markedly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h

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

ID.5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW ID.5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,531 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.7 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 147 km more than the VW ID.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 markedly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is moderately faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 231 Nm more.

ID.5

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.5 is clearly lighter – 1,963 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 612 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.5 offers somewhat more boot space – 549 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,561 L, about 150 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries only slightly more – 549 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is narrowly 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

  • 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/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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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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Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Polestar
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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