BMW iX3 Gen 2 vs Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a starting price of $67500, while the BMW iX3 Gen 2 (2021-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 2 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $67500 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BMW iX3 Gen 2 (2021-…).
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 2 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 350 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi | 404 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 249 mi | 338 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 80 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 74 kWh | 107 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 29.7 kWh/100 mi | 31.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.36 mi/kWh | 3.16 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 8.1 |
Charging
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 2 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.5 | 7.6 |
Performance
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 2 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 295 lb-ft | 361 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 112 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 2 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 186.4 in | 192.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 84.2 in | 83.5 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 64.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 117.5 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW iX3 Gen 2 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4971 lb | 5298 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 55.1 ft3 | 49.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 7.3 |
