USA EV Comparison: BMW iX3 50 xDrive vs Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global.
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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) has a starting price of , compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…), which starts at $73400.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property BMW iX3 50 xDrive Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor
Years of Production 2025-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Hungary China, USA
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $73400
GCC Score 8.1 7.1

Range and Efficiency

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…).

Property BMW iX3 50 xDrive Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor
Range (EPA) 400 mi 315 mi
Range (WLTP) 500 mi 379 mi
Range (GCC) 395 mi 311 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 115 kWh 111 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 108.7 kWh 107 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 27.5 kWh/100 mi 34.4 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.63 mi/kWh 2.91 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.3 7

Charging

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) maxes out at 250 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property BMW iX3 50 xDrive Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 400 kW 250 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 8.8 7.6

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) has more power, the BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property BMW iX3 50 xDrive Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type EESM (front), EESM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 345 kW 360 kW
Motor Power (hp) 463 hp 483 hp
Motor Torque 476 lb-ft 620 lb-ft
0-60 mph 4.7 s 4.8 s
Top Speed 132 mph 130 mph
Performance Score 5.9 6.3

Dimensions

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…).

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property BMW iX3 50 xDrive Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor
Length 188.3 in 192.9 in
Width (with Mirrors) 82.4 in 83.5 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 74.6 in 77.5 in
Height 64.4 in 64.1 in
Wheelbase 114.1 in 117.5 in

Cargo and Towing

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The BMW iX3 50 xDrive (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…).

Property BMW iX3 50 xDrive Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 5203 lb 5697 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 18.4 ft3 17.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 61.8 ft3 49.8 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2 ft3 1.1 ft3
Towing Capacity 4400 lb 3500 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.7 7.5