Polestar 3
Premium electric SUV · 4W · Launched 2024
USD 73,400 - 86,400 / EUR 79,900+ (US/Europe)
≈ ₹62.30 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
628 km
Battery
111 kWh
Top speed
210 km/h
Charge
11 hr
Power
517 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Polestar's premium SUV. Priced at USD 73,400 (Long Range Single Motor) to USD 86,400 (Long Range Dual Motor Performance Pack) in the US, EUR 79,900+ in Europe — not officially sold globally. 350 miles (563 km) EPA range. Built on Volvo SPA2 platform alongside EX90.
Best for
European/US luxury SUV buyers wanting Scandinavian design + Volvo engineering
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 350 miles EPA — competitive in luxury SUV class
- B&W 25-speaker audio is reference-grade
- Volvo SPA2 platform engineering
- Polestar design is distinctive
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- Heavy at 2,670 kg
- 250 kW charging mid-pack vs 800V rivals
- Polestar service network limited
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Polestar in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Software bugs on launch units (OTA fixed)
Reported in earlier models — Polestar has released fixes for newer batches.
12V battery sleep drain
Reported in earlier models — Polestar has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below rated on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — Polestar has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — Polestar has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — Polestar has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Polestar 3 in Australia
- 1Range: the 628 km figure quoted in Australia is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
- 2Charging: a 111 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways — this model does 10-80% in 30 min (250kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
- 4Climate: Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
- 5Fit: the range and DC speed handle the long inter-city distances Australians drive, plus the daily run.
The Polestar 3 for Australia buyers
What this EV means in Australia — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in Australia
The Polestar 3 is rated at 628 km on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
Charging
Plan around CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways. The 111 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
Climate & real-world range
Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current Australia eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 111 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 628 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 11 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (250kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 210 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 517 bhp |
| Torque | 910 Nm |
| Motor type | Dual PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 2670 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 195 mm |
| Boot space | 484 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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USD 73,400 - 86,400 / EUR 79,900+ (US/Europe)
Bottom line
The Polestar 3 scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: European/US luxury SUV buyers wanting Scandinavian design + Volvo engineering. Key strength: 350 miles epa — competitive in luxury suv class. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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