Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor vs Rivian R1S Dual Standard

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Rivian R1S Dual Standard 3.6 s Runner-up: 4.7 s
Range winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 610 km Runner-up: 488 km
Power winner Rivian R1S Dual Standard 600 hp Runner-up: 489 hp
Cargo winner Rivian R1S Dual Standard 498 L Runner-up: 484 L
Price winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor $73,400 Runner-up: $75,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor against the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard. Both belong to the SUV 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 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.6 seconds, compared with 4.7 seconds for 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has the higher listed output at 600 hp; 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is rated at 489 hp, a difference of 111 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard at 878 Nm and 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor at 840 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 3 Long Range Dual Motor carries the longer listed range at 610 km, against 488 km for 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard. 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the lower recorded consumption at 18.2 kWh/100km; 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard is listed at 20.5 kWh/100km. 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 250 kW, compared with 220 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 Rivian R1S Dual Standard provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 498 litres versus 484 litres, a difference of 14 litres. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard carries the higher towing rating at 3,175 kg, while 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is listed at 2,200 kg. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard is 140 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

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the lower listed starting price at $73,400, compared with $75,900 for 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard. 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard 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 3 Long Range Dual Motor2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard2026
Performance
0-100 km/h4.7 s3.6 s
Top Speed210 km/h201 km/h
Power489 hp600 hp
Torque840 Nm878 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range610 km488 km
Battery111 kWh100 kWh
Efficiency18.2 kWh/100km20.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging250 kW220 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,900 mm5,040 mm
Ground Clearance171 mm226 mm
Cargo484 L498 L
Curb Weight2,584 kg2,870 kg
Towing2,200 kg3,175 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle12.1 m12.9 m
Starting MSRP$73,400$75,900

Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor vs Rivian R1S Dual Standard questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.6 seconds, versus 4.7 seconds for 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 201 km/h (125 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has more power at 600 hp, a 111 hp advantage over 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor.

Which has more range, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the longer listed range at 610 km (379 miles), versus 488 km (303 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the larger listed battery at 111.0 kWh, compared with 100.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has more listed cargo space at 498 litres (17.6 cu ft), versus 484 litres (17.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,175 kg (7,000 lb), compared with 2,200 kg (4,850 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard is heavier at 2,870 kg (6,327 lb), while 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is listed at 2,584 kg (5,697 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $73,400 USD, compared with $75,900 USD for 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard?

2026 Rivian R1S Dual Standard 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.