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Polestar 3

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 75% Detailed ratings

Price $96,000 – $103,200 Payments

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Although it looks similar on the surface, the 2026 Polestar 3 is radically different. Key changes include a new 800V architecture instead of 400V (increasing DC charging capability up to 350 kW), a more powerful rear motor on all models, and a new 106kWh battery with improved energy efficiency. Meanwhile, the interior of the Swedish electric SUV receives an upgraded infotainment system that is much faster and more responsive than before.

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10 Vehicles That Are More American Than You May Think

Because of the trade war unleashed by U.S. President Donald Trump, many Canadians have chosen to avoid buying products that come from south of the border. And with Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to impose similar counter-tariffs on vehicles imported from the U.S., which are expected to lead to price …April 12, 2025

2025 Polestar 2, 3 and 4 Arctic Drive : First Line on the Ice

Bold electrification targets, a worldwide pandemic, a political climate that slapshots tariffs like it's the playoffs... the Polestar brand has landed on the automotive landscape at a very particular time, to say the least. Born under the lucky star of Volvo (and especially that of Chinese giant Geely...), it has …March 2, 2025

Top 10 Electric Vehicles With the Longest Range in 2025

It’s a known fact that range is one of the top concerns of shoppers considering an electric vehicle , along with pricing and charging infrastructure. If you're planning to make the switch sometime in 2025 or replace your current EV, here are the top 10 electric vehicles with the longest …January 3, 2025

Polestar’s Cold-Weather EV Driving Tips Arrive Just in Time for Winter

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No vehicle likes the cold, but EVs probably hate it more than all the others. As temperatures drop below the freezing point, the electrochemical processes in the high-voltage battery slow down, affecting both charging speeds and range. In addition, heating the car's cabin to a comfortable temperature requires more energy …November 19, 2024

2025 Polestar 3: Sleek New Electric SUV Bolsters Polestar’s Lineup

Madrid, Spain— The long wait is almost over. The highly anticipated Polestar 3 electric luxury SUV is set to launch in Canada in the fourth quarter of 2024, with units coming from the brand’s retooled factory in South Carolina. This model, along with the upcoming Polestar 4 , will bolster …June 9, 2024

Polestar Day: The EV Brand’s Future Looks Bright

Santa Monica, California— Polestar this week invited the media inside a hangar near Los Angeles for a closer look at its two upcoming models, the hugely important Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 crossovers. A small number of concepts were also on hand, and some of the Swedish company’s partners came …November 10, 2023

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Upgraded 2026 Polestar 3 is “Like an Entirely New Car,” CEO Says

Just like the Volvo EX90 that’s built at the same factory in South Carolina, the Polestar 3 receives major improvements for the 2026 model year including a new 800V electrical architecture, a substantial increase in power, faster charging, as well as and greater core computer processing power. “The upgrades to …October 1, 2025

Polestar 3 Breaks Single Charge Range Record

The Polestar 3 broke the Guinness World Record for the longest distance travelled by an electric SUV on a single charge. Polestar points out that the SUV was not modified and that the entire journey was completed on public roads. To achieve this, the manufacturer chose a long-range, rear-wheel-drive model, …August 13, 2025

Water and Electricity Are a Bad Mix, Polestar 3 Shows

It’s always frustrating and admittedly troubling when water manages to leak into a car, but not as much as when other problems arise as a direct result. Take the Polestar 3 , for instance. A weak spot has just been discovered on the new electric luxury crossover, and things are …July 22, 2025

Polestar Lineup Turned Into Rally Cars for the Arctic Circle

Polestar is following up on that Polestar 2 Arctic Circle concept we got to test drive on a snow-covered track at Mecaglisse in Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci, Quebec two years ago. With the Swedish electric car company having two new models in its lineup, namely the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 crossovers, a …January 30, 2025

Volvo, Polestar Release Their NACS Adapter Giving Access to Tesla Superchargers

Back in June 2023, Volvo became the first non-American automaker to make a deal with Tesla so that its electric vehicles could gain access to thousands of Superchargers across the United States and Canada—nearly 18,000 to be exact. We’re now in the fall of 2024 and the Swedish company is …October 30, 2024

Polestar 3 Designer Has Some Harsh Words About Competitors

Many people think that modern SUVs all look alike and lack interest, which is true to a certain extent. But could the same thing happen with EVs? The design manager for the Polestar 3 , a Swedish crossover due to launch next year, fears the industry is heading down the …September 21, 2023

Polestar 3 Makes Canadian Debut in Vancouver

The all-new 2024 Polestar 3 is making its Canadian debut this week as the Swedish brand celebrates the grand opening of its new retail location on Burrard Street in Vancouver. The sleek, performance-focused electric crossover, which generates up to 517 horsepower and 671 lb-ft. of torque, will also be on …September 7, 2023

Volvo, Polestar Become First Foreign Automakers to Adopt Tesla’s NACS Connector

After Ford, General Motors and Rivian, Volvo today announced an agreement with Tesla , giving current and future electric Volvo car drivers access to more than 12,000 Superchargers across the United States, Canada and Mexico. This is a first for a non-American automaker—be it from Europe or elsewhere. Sometime in …June 27, 2023

Volvo EX90, Polestar 3 Production Delayed by Software Issues

Two highly anticipated electric luxury SUVs will keep their first customers waiting a little longer. The start of production for the Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 has been pushed back to next year, the companies announced this week. Instead of the second half of 2023, Volvo now targets the first …May 12, 2023

All-New 2024 Polestar 3 is an Electric Luxury SUV With Performance in Mind

Polestar today revealed its first SUV, the much anticipated Polestar 3, which will try to stand out from other electric luxury SUVs and crossovers with unique Scandinavian styling and a focus on performance. Built on a different platform than the Polestar 2 sedan, this new vehicle will go on sale …October 12, 2022

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Infotainment	6/10
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