Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor vs Tesla Model 3 RWD

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) has a starting price of €49975, compared to the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…), which starts at €43970.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…) is a Sedan.

Property Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor Tesla Model 3 RWD
Years of Production 2023-… 2023-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China China, USA
Body Style Liftback Sedan
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price Europe (New) €49975 €43970
Price Europe (Used) €43990 €35550
GCC Score 7 6.6

Range and Efficiency

While the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…).

Property Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor Tesla Model 3 RWD
Range (EPA) 515 km 438 km
Range (WLTP) 659 km 554 km
Range (GCC) 533 km 450 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 82 kWh 60 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 79 kWh 57.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 14.8 kWh/100 km 12.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 6.75 km/kWh 7.83 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.6 9.1

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 205 kW, while the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

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

Property Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor Tesla Model 3 RWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 205 kW 170 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2 (Tesla)
Charging Score 6.9 5.7

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Although the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) has more power, the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor Tesla Model 3 RWD
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 220 kW 208 kW
Motor Power (hp) 295 hp 279 hp
Motor Torque 490 Nm 420 Nm
0-100 km/h 6.2 s 6.1 s
Top Speed 205 km/h 201 km/h
Performance Score 4.9 4.7

Dimensions

The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…) has a longer body, while the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor Tesla Model 3 RWD
Length 4606 mm 4720 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 1985 mm 2089 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1859 mm 1850 mm
Height 1479 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase 2735 mm 2875 mm

Cargo and Towing

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

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2023-…).

Property Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor Tesla Model 3 RWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 2000 kg 1765 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 407 l 594 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1097 l - Cargo Volume (Max)
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 33 l 88 l
Towing Capacity 1500 kg 1000 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 5 5.1
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