Comparison between:
- 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
- 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD EU
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD EU | |
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| Model alias | Polestar 2 LRSM | Highland Model 3 LR AWD |
| Trim | Long Range Single Motor | Long Range AWD EU |
| Model year | 2026 (MY26) | 2025 (MY25) |
| Market | Europe | Europe |
| Price | GBP 47,160 (UK, Oct 2025) | GBP 49,990 (UK, Aug 2025) EUR 49,990 (DE, Aug 2025) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | - | Sedan |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Snow Vapour Storm Space Midnight Dune | Diamond Black Stealth Gray Ultra Red Pearl White Multi-Coat Deep Blue Metallic Quicksilver |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Zinc | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 185.8 in 4720 mm |
| Width | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 72.8 in 1848 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 78.1 in 1985 mm | 82.2 in 2089 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 58.2 in 1479 mm | 56.8 in 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm |
| Front track | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 62.4 in 1584 mm |
| Rear track | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 62.4 in 1584 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.9 in 860 mm | 34.6 in 878 mm |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | 38.5 in 977 mm |
| Approach angle | 15.1 ° | - |
| Departure angle | 22 ° | - |
| Clearance | - | 5.4 in 138 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 5.9 in 151 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 41.3 in 1048 mm | 40.3 in 1023 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in 940 mm | 37.8 in 961 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 56.7 in 1441 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.3 in 1355 mm | 54.2 in 1376 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 52.9 in 1344 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 52.3 in 1328 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in 1073 mm | 42.7 in 1084 mm |
| Rear legroom | 33.9 in 862 mm | 34.5 in 877 mm |
| Trunk volume | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 594.0 l 20.98 ft3 0.59 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 682.0 l 24.08 ft3 0.68 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | 88.0 l 3.11 ft3 0.09 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4563.57 lb 2070 kg | 4080.76 lb 1851 kg |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | - |
| Payload | 947.99 lb 430 kg | - |
| GVWR | 5511.56 lb 2500 kg | 5000.08 lb 2268 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.278 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | Tesla |
| Model | BCJFM | 3D7 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | - | 335 V |
| Power | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 208 kW 278.9 hp 282.8 ps |
| Torque | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | - | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D3 |
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | - | Front |
| Voltage | - | 335 V |
| Power | - | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
| Additional features | - | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | - |
| Total system torque | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.20 s | 4.40 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 5.90 s | 4.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CTY: 526.9 mi / 848.0 km WLTP, CMB: 379.0 mi / 610.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 390.8 mi / 629.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CTY: 14.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 15.8 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 14 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 | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 11.7 m 38.39 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | 2.14 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 15.8 | - |
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) |
| Axle ratio | - | 9.03 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 13.6 in 345 mm | 12.6 in 320 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.2 in 30 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.4 in 340 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm |
| Additional information | - | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 8.5Jx18 ET38 8.5Jx19 ET38 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/45R19 245/40R20 | 235/45R18 235/40R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Manufacturer | CATL | LG Energy Solution |
| Model | - | BT43 (LG Chem 2170L) |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | - | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | - | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 27 | - |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 360 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | 60 °C 140 °F |
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 205 kW | AC 11.5 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 205 kW, 0:28 AC 11 kW, 8:00 | DC 250 kW, 0:22 AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different numbers reported by other sources refer to real-life measurements. However, these vary significantly for many different reasons, such as errors in procedure, unannounced variance in equipped motors, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. |
| 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD EU |