Comparison between:
- 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S Tour
- 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel Auminium |
| Exterior colors | Glacier White Silver Metallic Manganese Grey Metallic Penny Copper Metallic Makena Turquoise Metallic Stonewashed Blue Metallic Scale Silver Metallic Moonstone Grey | Thunder Space Midnight Jupiter Snow Magnesium |
| Interior colors | Platinum Grey-Dusty Grey | Charcoal Zinc Jupiter |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 |
| Length | 167.8 in 4261 mm | 192.9 in 4900 mm |
| Width | 71.2 in 1809 mm | - |
| Width with mirrors | - | 83.5 in 2120 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 77.5 in 1968 mm |
| Height | 61.7 in 1568 mm | 63.5 in 1614 mm |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 in 2770 mm | 117.5 in 2985 mm |
| Front track | 60.9 in 1548 mm | 65.9 in 1675 mm |
| Rear track | 60.0 in 1525 mm | 65.7 in 1669 mm |
| Clearance | - | 8.0 in 202 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.3 in 1024 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | 385.0 l 13.60 ft3 0.39 m3 | 597.0 l 21.08 ft3 0.60 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1267.0 l 44.74 ft3 1.27 m3 | 1411.0 l 49.83 ft3 1.41 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 32.0 l 1.13 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4263.74 lb 1934 kg | 5685.72 lb 2579 kg |
| Front axle load limit | 2358.95 lb 1070 kg | - |
| Rear axle load limit | 2777.82 lb 1260 kg | - |
| Roof load | - | 220.46 lb 100 kg |
| Payload | 762.8 lb 346 kg | - |
| GVWR | 5026.54 lb 2280 kg | - |
| Towing capacity | - | 3500.94 lb 1588 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.267 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Rear trunk volume includes 90 L of underfloor storage |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen | - |
| Model | APP 310 | BBCDF |
| Electric motor type | Brushless DC Motor (BLDC) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 187 kW 250.8 hp 254.2 ps |
| Torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Comfort Sport | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Model | - | CCNDE |
| Motor type | - | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location | - | Front |
| Power | - | 173 kW 232.0 hp 235.2 ps |
| Torque | - | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 360 kW 482.8 hp 489.5 ps |
| Total system torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 840 Nm 85.7 kgm 619.6 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 130.5 mph 210.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.90 s | 5.00 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 4.80 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CTY: 466.0 mi / 750.0 km WLTP, CMB: 322.5 mi / 519.0 km | WLTP, CTY: 480.9 mi / 774.0 km WLTP, CMB: 354.2 mi / 570.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 14.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 16.9 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 20 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | - |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m 33.46 ft | 11.8 m 38.71 ft |
| Additional information | - | Dynamic chassis |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) MacPherson strut | Double wishbone Dual-chamber air suspension with ZF active dampers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Integral link Dual-chamber air suspension with ZF active dampers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 15.7 in 400 mm |
| Rear brakes | Drums | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 15.4 in 390 mm |
| Additional information | - | Brake-by-wire system with Brembo performance brakes Front aluminum 4-piston anodized calipers Rear standard anodized calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7.5Jx19 7.5Jx20 | 8.5Jx20 ET41 9.5Jx20 ET39 9Jx21 ET39 10Jx21 ET45 9Jx22 ET39 10Jx22 ET45 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/50R19 T 215/45R20 | 255/50R20 106H 285/45R20 108H 265/45R21 106H 295/40R21 108H 265/40R22 106H 295/35R22 108H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 77 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Manufacturer | LG Chem | CATL |
| Model | LGX E78 | - |
| Type | NCM712 | NCM811 |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite |
| Number of cells | 288 | 204 |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 2.5 V | 2.5 V |
| Number of modules | 12 | 17 |
| Battery voltage | 408 V | 400 V |
| Energy density | - | 167 Wh/kg |
| Weight | - | 1466.07 lb 665 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Additional information | Estimated gross capacity - 82 kWh | Cell type - prismatic Aluminum case with boron steel reinforcement Bi-directional charging |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 125 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 125 kW, 0:30-0:37 AC 11 kW, 7:00 | DC 250 kW, 0:30 AC 11 kW, 11:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Removable luggage compartment floor (S) Stainless steel pedals with play/pause design (S) Airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Automatic Braking System (ABS) (S) Automatic Distance Control with Stop & Go (S) Crash warning system (S) Driver drowsiness detection (S) ECall emergency call system (S) Electronic brake force distribution (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) Emergency Brake Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) Emergency Lane Change Assist (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Front Assist with proactive occupant protection (S) Front head and side airbags with center airbag (S) Front seats with lumbar support and massage function (S) ISOFIX on outer rear seats and front passenger seat (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Park Distance Control, rear radar (S) Rearview camera (S) Side Assist (S) Speed limiter (S) Theft alarm with interior monitoring, back-up horn and tow-away protection (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with belt tensioners (S) Tire control display (S) Tool kit and tire mobility set: 12 volt compressor and tire sealant (S) Traffic signs recognition (S) Travel Assist (S) 10-inch multi-touch display (S) 5.3-inch insturment cluster (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Bluetooth for mobiles and music streaming (S) DAB+ digital radio (S) Dicover Pro navigation system (S) Inductive smartphone charging (S) Intelligent Natural Voice control (S) Keyless locking and starting system with safe fuse (S) 4 x speaker audio system (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the rear (S) Air Care Climatronic air conditioning system with 2- Zone Temperature Control (S) Armrests for front seats (S) Asymmetrically folding rear seats (S) Centre console with illuminated storage compartment with roller blind, 2 cup holders (S) Electronically adjustable ergoActive-front seats with memory function (S) Front seats with mechanical backrest angle adjustment and mechanical length adjustment (S) Heated front seats (S) Thigh support (S) Multifunction steering wheel in leather, heated, with touch controls (S) Electronic windows lifters with pulse switching (S) Fixed rear window with wipers with interval switching (S) Front windscreen washer nozzles automatically heated (S) Green thermal insulation glazing, sides and rear (S) Heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors (S) Intermittent wiper control (S) Rain sensor (S) Tinted rear side windows and boot window (S) Windshield wipe-wash system (S) Aspherical exterior mirror on driver's side, convex on passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lighted mirrors on sun visors (S) Passenger side mirror lowering (S) Rearview mirror auto dimming (S) 30-color ambient lighting (S) Ambient lighting with logo projection (S) Dynamic high beam control "Dynamic Light Assist" (S) Illuminated door handles (S) Illuminated strip between headlights (S) LED matrix front lights with DRLs and fog lights (S) LED taillights with dynamic flashing light (S) Welcome function (S) Door and side panels in synthetic leather (S) Fragment fabric (S) Interior Top-Sport Plus package (O) Seat panels in Flow fabric (S) | - |
| 2021 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro S Tour | 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor |

