Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor vs Toyota bZ3 Standard Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 6.2 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Range winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 655 km Runner-up: 390 km
Power winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 299 hp Runner-up: 150 hp
Cargo winner Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 405 L Runner-up: 403 L
Price winner Toyota bZ3 Standard Range $26,900 Runner-up: $48,400

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor against the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range. Both belong to the sedan class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range. 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed output at 299 hp; 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range is rated at 150 hp, a difference of 149 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor at 490 Nm and 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range at 250 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor carries the longer listed range at 655 km, against 390 km for 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range. 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range has the lower recorded consumption at 12.8 kWh/100km; 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is listed at 14.5 kWh/100km. 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 205 kW, compared with 80 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 405 litres versus 403 litres, a difference of 2 litres. 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range is 119 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range has the lower listed starting price at $26,900, compared with $48,400 for 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor. 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor2026 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.2 s8.5 s
Top Speed205 km/h160 km/h
Power299 hp150 hp
Torque490 Nm250 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range655 km390 km
Battery82 kWh49.9 kWh
Efficiency14.5 kWh/100km12.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging205 kW80 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,606 mm4,725 mm
Ground Clearance151 mm145 mm
Cargo405 L403 L
Curb Weight2,010 kg1,650 kg
Towing1,500 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle11.5 m11.0 m
Starting MSRP$48,400$26,900

Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor vs Toyota bZ3 Standard Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the higher listed top speed at 205 km/h (127 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has more power at 299 hp, a 149 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range.

Which has more range, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the longer listed range at 655 km (407 miles), versus 390 km (242 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has the larger listed battery at 82.0 kWh, compared with 49.9 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor has more listed cargo space at 405 litres (14.3 cu ft), versus 403 litres (14.2 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is heavier at 2,010 kg (4,431 lb), while 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range is listed at 1,650 kg (3,638 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $26,900 USD, compared with $48,400 USD for 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor or the 2025 Toyota bZ3 Standard Range?

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.