USA EV Comparison: Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor vs Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD vs MG IM5 Standard Range
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General Info
| Property | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China, USA | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $49900 | $36990 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $17999 | - Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 6.4 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 320 mi | 321 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 409 mi | - Range (WLTP) | 304 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 331 mi | 305 mi | 258 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 73 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 69.5 kWh | 73.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 23.9 kWh/100 mi | 22.8 kWh/100 mi | 28.5 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.19 mi/kWh | 4.39 mi/kWh | 3.51 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.4 | 9.1 | 7.1 |
Charging
| Property | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.7 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 205 kW | 225 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 6 | 6.3 |
Performance
| Property | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 220 kW | 235 kW | 217 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 295 hp | 315 hp | 291 hp |
| Motor Torque | 361 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s |
| Top Speed | 127 mph | 125 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 181.3 in | 185.8 in | 194.1 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 78.1 in | 82.2 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.2 in | 72.8 in | 77.2 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 56.7 in | 58 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 113.2 in | 116.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | MG IM5 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4420 lb | 3759 lb | 4806 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 14.4 ft3 | 21 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 38.7 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | 45.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.2 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 lb | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.1 | 5.2 |
