2025 Polestar 3

Price Range: $67,500 - $84,900

Very Good

There's a lot to like about the 2025 Polestar 3, with its attractive interior, distinctive styling and sporty nature. For what you have to pay, the Polestar 3 comes up short on range and cargo space, but overall, it's an interesting luxury SUV for shoppers wanting something different from the norm.Read full review

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Prices based on sales in VA thru 6/29/26

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Pros

Ample cabin space coupled with stunning design
Smooth ride and comfortable front seats
Sporty handling and acceleration
Abundant standard driver assist tech

Cons

Small cargo area
Not quite as much range as other luxury EVs
New-brand unknowns
Fixed glass roof can let too much sun and heat in

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by Edmunds Test Team

Overview

Written by automotive expert Josh Jacquot

Updated: 7/8/2026

The Polestar 3 is the brand's shot at the mainstream. This all-electric five-passenger two-row SUV hits the very popular midsize luxury SUV segment square in the chops. Crucially, it looks like Polestar has nailed it with a right-sized model that offers up to 350 miles of estimated range, short charging times, and a price below its most direct competitors. And we like the way it drives.

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Polestar 3 EV Insights

Trim:

3 Long Range Single Motor Pilot

Range

EPA Estimated Range not available

Charging

No charging time information available

EV Battery Warranty

No battery warranty information available

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

No rebates available in 20147

Cost to Drive

$78/mo

$272/mo

SUV Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

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Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

by the Edmunds Experts

Very Good

7.1

out of 10

We drove the 2025 Polestar 3 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Driving experience

7/10

How does it drive? We've driven the Polestar 3 in both Long Range Dual Motor Performance and Long Range Single Motor configurations. At our test track, the 517-horsepower Dual Motor Performance lived up to its name, clocking a 4.4-second sprint to 60 mph. The 299-horsepower Single Motor isn't nearly as rapid, but it never felt like it lacked for power in day-to-day driving. Stopping the Polestar 3 smoothly is easy whether you're using the brake pedal or lifting off the accelerator pedal using the one-pedal driving mode. Either version of the Polestar 3 delivers enjoyable handling, but the Dual Motor Performance is downright athletic and surprisingly fun. There's good natural visibility out of the Polestar, and the supersharp 360-degree camera system is very helpful in tight spots.

The good ride quality was no doubt aided by our test car's 21-inch wheels, which are smaller than the Dual Motor's and have more impact-absorbing tire sidewall. With its longer range, the Single Motor is a good candidate for road trips, where the standard driver assist functions will be appreciated. They worked fine, but some competitors have more advanced systems that allow hands-free highway driving, among other things.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is it? The cabin is impressively quiet; you'll barely hear road, tire and wind noise even at highway speeds. The glass roof lets more sunlight and heat in than some drivers might prefer, but the Polestar 3's climate system is able to quickly cool down the cabin.

The back seats are comfortable and roomy, but the real stars are the front seats. They are very supportive and well cushioned. Our test Polestar 3 had the available seat ventilation and massage functions; we found the massaging to be even better than the massaging we got in the front seats in a Bentley we were testing at the same time.

That large backseat area combines with the large rear doors to make it easy to install child safety seats. The LATCH anchors are also easily accessible. Even though this is an SUV, the step-in height is nice and low, so it's easy for passengers of all ages to climb in and out.

The biggest ergonomic stumble is the lack of labels for steering wheel buttons. Polestar insists that the six positions on each spoke are keyed to whatever function is in use. It's fine in theory, but trying to figure out how to use the various controls proved frustrating. Please, Polestar, label these controls!

In-cabin tech

8.4/10

How’s the tech? The Android-based infotainment system uses Google Maps for the native navigation, and the Google Assistant is excellent at responding to voice commands. Updates roll out regularly for this system; wireless Apple CarPlay is standard, but we're still waiting for Android Auto. The system is pretty simple to use, though the maps app doesn't do a great job of EV routing and finding charging stations, but that's a common issue among EVs.

There are plenty of phone charging options spread throughout the cabin, with two USB-C ports in each row and a wireless charging pad. Polestar lets you use your phone as a key, which is good since we had to fish the physical key card and fob on our test vehicle out of our pocket to lock, unlock or start the car.

Storage & cargo

6.6/10

How’s storage and cargo? Given the amount of passenger room and the size of the vehicle, we expected a little more when it came to overall storage. There's only 17.1 cubic feet of space behind the back seat, and that's significantly less than even smaller electric SUVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 offer. There is an additional 3.2 cubic feet of hidden storage under the floor, though. The frunk is small and can't hold much more than the charging cable that comes with the vehicle.

Storage space for small items in the cabin is a little better. There's a bin under the bridge-like center console that can hold a purse and a few other small cubbies you can use to tuck away phones and other miscellaneous goodies.

Towing maxes out at 3,500 pounds, near the top for an electric SUV.

Value

6/10

Is it a good value? Luxury electric SUVs are expensive, and the Polestar 3 is no exception. The Polestar 3 is more expensive than a Cadillac Lyriq and comparable to what you might pay for a BMW iX or Mercedes-Benz EQE. For the same money, those models have more range, more opulent interiors, and more advanced driver assist tech, not to mention better warranties for the batteries and other components. They are also backed by more brand history and reputation if that's important to you. We like the Polestar 3, and our test car was solidly built, but you're going to pay a lot for it.

Range/Efficiency/Charging

6.4/10

How are the range and efficiency? The Single Motor is the range king, at least among the Polestar 3 lineup. The EPA says it will get 350 miles from a charge, and in our Edmunds EV Range Test, we managed 344 miles. The Dual Motor Performance has an estimated range of 279 miles but overperformed in our real-world test, driving 303 miles. Efficiency, not surprisingly, is better with the Single Motor than the Dual Motor, clocking in at 34.8 kWh/100 miles. Still, other luxury EVs do it better; the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV (a similarly sized EV) uses its energy more sparingly at 30.3 kWh/100 miles.

In our Edmunds EV Charging Test, the Polestar drew a maximum of 145 kW at its peak despite the factory claim of 250 kW. Our Polestar 3 had a CCS charge port, but Tesla-style NACS ports are in the pipeline. As for the charging speed, the Polestar 3 charged at a rate of 417 miles per charging hour, which is about average for EVs but behind competitors from Genesis and Mercedes-Benz, among others.

X factor

9/10

The Polestar 3 is an attractive vehicle. The swept-back look goes along with cool styling details inside and out. The little text snippets spread throughout that tell you about the battery or even the carbon footprint of the leather are hit-or-miss, but they can be removed. These good looks are backed up by a surprisingly engaging driving experience. The Polestar 3 has some flaws, but ultimately it's a refreshing alternative to other electric luxury SUVs.

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2025 Polestar 3 pricing in Ashburn, VA

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Buying Tips for the 2025 Polestar 3 for July

The big story here is the $23000 customer cash offer, which matters far more than haggling because the Edmunds Suggested Price is right around MSRP.

Expect to pay about sticker. There is essentially no built-in discount in the market data, so negotiate from the rebate first and make sure the full $23000 is applied before discussing extras or dealer add-ons.
New inventory looks decent at 681 new vehicles nationwide, so supply is not ultra-tight. The Long Range Dual Motor is the easiest trim to find with 347 units, while Launch Edition variants are much scarcer, so you will likely have more choice than bargaining room.
The lease math is still hefty at around $1300 a month with about $6300 due at signing. If that feels steep, compare it with a used Polestar 3 starting around $45600, though used supply is still pretty thin at just 31 used vehicles nationwide.

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2025 Polestar 3 trim level differences

The 2025 Polestar 3 is a five-passenger electric SUV available in three trim levels: Long Range Single Motor, Long Range Dual Motor and Long Range Dual Motor Performance. As its name suggests, the Single Motor version uses a single motor positioned at the rear axle, giving this version rear-wheel drive. The other trims are all-wheel-drive and use one motor to drive each axle. A Launch Edition trim will be offered this year, but it doesn't offer any unique content. Compare the 2025 Polestar 3 trim levels in-depth.

Which 3 trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Long Range Dual Motor trim offers almost the entire spectrum of features available on the Polestar 3, so we think it represents the best value. It's also the trim with the best range estimate while still offering ample power.

Competitors to consider

Primary competitors to the Polestar 3 include the more expensive BMW iX. Though the iX doesn't offer more range, it is more powerful than the PS3. Read all about the iX in our year-long road test here. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 350+ is less powerful than the entry-level PS3, yet the Merc costs a lot more. If you're looking for something less expensive — and less luxurious — the Hyundai Ioniq 5 punches above its weight in many ways.

Edmunds spotlight: Space, comfort, performance and some question marks

The Polestar 3 is a solid contender in the class and a thoroughly modern take on an electric SUV. Although the PS3 isn't groundbreaking, it is very, very good. Its interior is spacious for passengers and its packaging allows for ample cargo space, including underfloor storage. The front seats are remarkably adjustable and should provide support and comfort for a large range of frames. There's an abundance of driver assist and safety-related tech and it works well. The PS3 is utterly silent during acceleration, which may be unnerving for some drivers who expect to hear, well, something as speed builds. And the sustainably sourced interior materials look and feel high-quality. But even if they're beautiful and original, some buyers may prefer leather.

Polestar 3 Reviews

Owner Reviews

2.9

14 reviews

5(29%)

4(14%)

3(14%)

2(0%)

1(43%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Owned less than 3 months and won’t charge

CNole, 02/16/2025

2025 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Launch Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)

In the first month my PS3 wouldn’t turn off- had to take back to dealer for a forced software update. Fast forward to two weeks ago and my car won’t charge. Been at dealer for 2 weeks w no ETA on fix. Volvo dealership acts like they could care less about Polestar. Car drives great, interface is nice, error messages galore and highway range is not ideal.

A Beautiful Brick with 4 Immovable Wheels

NF, 07/16/2025

2025 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)

2025 Polestar 3 is not a vehicle. It is a beautiful sculpture that we make lease payments on, which is stored by McDonald Volvo Cars of Littleton, while we drive a gas powered econocar rental from Hertz.

BEWARE! DO NOT BUY

JoeA, 12/15/2025

2025 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)

Do not buy if you live in S. California! We live in S. California and bought a Polestar 3 earlier this year (4/30/2025) and had nothing but problems. My car is in the shop as we speak and has been in the shop for 4 weeks with no resolution in sight. The GHCA charging unit went out twice on the car, the first time happened about a month after we took delivery. Service is at the local … Volvo shop and there is only one technician there who is super rude and unhelpful. For whatever it is worth here is the information on all that went on with this car and company. Date Purchased: 4/30/2025 -------------------------------- Date of First incident: 06/12/25 Description: The car would not charge and a "Charging System Fault" message shows up on the console. Service Station: Volvo service station on Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo. Was the issue resolved: Yes How was the issue resolved?: Our understanding is that a new charging GHCA unit was installed allowing us to charge again. How long did it take to resolve: 27 Days. Picked up car on 7/9/2025. Comments: We had to drive to the sales office in the Costa Mesa mall since we we had no other point of contact to be able to solve this. After a long wait and a then a very unpleasant conversation with the manager at the sales office in Costa Mesa, we were finally told to go to the Volvo service station on Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo. We have never had such a bad experience with a car company before. Seems like nobody wanted to take responsibility for their brand new car that was malfunctioning. There was absolutely no regard for customer service. Date of Second Incident: 11/17/25 Service Station: Volvo service station on Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo. Was the issue resolved: NO Description: The car would not charge and a "Charging System Fault" message shows up on the console. Took it to the service station and discovered there were no loaners available. Fortunately, the car could be charged using a DC unit. So we took the car back since we could charge at the nearest Tesla Supercharger station located about 5 miles from our house. How long did it take to resolve: Not Resolved Yet Comments: There is absolutely no communication initiated by the technician at the service station regarding the status of the car or the progress of the repair. We have to initiate all conversations regarding the car and we are met with "No updates" curt response. The callousness and the attitude of the technician towards our concerns have no precedent in all our experience of dealing with car companies. We have also left messages with the sales manager Jeff Cunningham who sold us the car about this issue. To date we have not received a response.

Battery failure

FL consumer , 03/16/2025

2025 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance Launch Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)

Drive from Tampa to Orlando. Vehicle died in Orlando traffic. Was fully charged when I left Tampa. Do not purchase.

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2025 Polestar 3 Features & Specs

Trim:

Long Range Single Motor Pilot

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$67,500
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	No rebates available in 20147
Engine Type	Electric
EPA Electric Range	342 miles
Cost to Drive	$78/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	10.0 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	21.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2025 Polestar 3 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls.

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2025 Polestar 3

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
EV battery Warranty: 8 years / 100,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 12 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / unlimited miles

Where the Polestar 3 ranks:

#5 in Small luxury electric SUVs

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FAQ

Is the Polestar 3 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 3 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.1 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 3 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 14 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 3 has 21.1 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Polestar 3. Learn more

Is the Polestar 3 reliable?

To determine whether the Polestar 3 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 3. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 3's 3-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Polestar 3 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Polestar 3 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 3 and gave it a 7.1 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 3 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 14 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 3 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Polestar 3?

The least-expensive 2025 Polestar 3 is the 2025 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor Pilot 4dr SUV (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $67,500.

Other versions include:

Long Range Single Motor Pilot 4dr SUV (electric DD) which starts at $67,500
Long Range Single Motor Pilot & Plus 4dr SUV (electric DD) which starts at $73,000
Long Range Dual Motor 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $73,400
Long Range Dual Motor Launch Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $78,900
Long Range Dual Motor Performance 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $79,400
Long Range Dual Motor Performance Launch Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $84,900

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What are the different models of Polestar 3?

If you're interested in the Polestar 3, the next question is, which 3 model is right for you? 3 variants include Long Range Single Motor Pilot 4dr SUV (electric DD), Long Range Single Motor Pilot & Plus 4dr SUV (electric DD), Long Range Dual Motor 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), and Long Range Dual Motor Launch Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD). For a full list of 3 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more