Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor vs BMW iX3 Gen 2
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 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor | BMW iX3 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | Yes | No |
| Price USA (New) | $67500 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.5 |
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 | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor | BMW iX3 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 350 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 404 mi | 286 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 338 mi | 249 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 111 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 107 kWh | 74 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 31.7 kWh/100 mi | 29.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.16 mi/kWh | 3.36 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 6.7 |
Charging
| Property | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor | BMW iX3 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.6 | 6.5 |
Performance
| Property | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor | BMW iX3 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 220 kW | 210 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 295 hp | 282 hp |
| Motor Torque | 361 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 s | 6.5 s |
| Top Speed | 112 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
| Property | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor | BMW iX3 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 192.9 in | 186.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83.5 in | 84.2 in |
| Height | 64.1 in | 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.5 in | 112.8 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor | BMW iX3 Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5298 lb | 4971 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 17.1 ft3 | 18 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 49.8 ft3 | 55.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 7.3 |
