Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
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General Info
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €78590. The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2025-2025) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-2025 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | China, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €78590 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 7 |
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 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2025-2025).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 542 km | 563 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 622 km | 650 km |
| Range (GCC) | 522 km | 544 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78.1 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 107 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.96 km/kWh | 5.08 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.4 | 8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 250 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2025-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 220 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 Nm | 490 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 s | 7.8 s |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.1 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2025-2025).
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2120 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1982 mm | 1968 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1627 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2985 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2025-2025) 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 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD (2025-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1976 kg | 2403 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 484 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2138 l | 1411 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | 32 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.3 |
