Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor vs Tesla Model X Long Range

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner Tesla Model X Long Range 3.8 s Runner-up: 4.7 s
Range winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 610 km Runner-up: 580 km
Power winner Tesla Model X Long Range 670 hp Runner-up: 489 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model X Long Range 907 L Runner-up: 484 L
Price winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor $73,400 Runner-up: $79,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor against the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range. 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

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.8 seconds, compared with 4.7 seconds for 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the higher listed output at 670 hp; 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is rated at 489 hp, a difference of 181 hp. Both specifications list 840 Nm of torque. 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 580 km for 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the lower recorded consumption at 17.2 kWh/100km; 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is listed at 18.2 kWh/100km. Both list the same maximum DC charging power of 250 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

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 907 litres versus 484 litres, a difference of 423 litres. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is listed at 2,200 kg. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is 157 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 $79,990 for 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range. 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range 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 Tesla Model X Long Range2025
Performance
0-100 km/h4.7 s3.8 s
Top Speed210 km/h250 km/h
Power489 hp670 hp
Torque840 Nm840 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range610 km580 km
Battery111 kWh100 kWh
Efficiency18.2 kWh/100km17.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging250 kW250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,900 mm5,057 mm
Ground Clearance171 mm163 mm
Cargo484 L907 L
Curb Weight2,584 kg2,352 kg
Towing2,200 kg2,268 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle12.1 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$73,400$79,990

Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor vs Tesla Model X Long Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.8 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 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 210 km/h (130 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has more power at 670 hp, a 181 hp advantage over 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor.

Which has more range, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the longer listed range at 610 km (379 miles), versus 580 km (360 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

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 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has more listed cargo space at 907 litres (32.0 cu ft), versus 484 litres (17.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 2,200 kg (4,850 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is heavier at 2,584 kg (5,697 lb), while 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range is listed at 2,352 kg (5,185 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $73,400 USD, compared with $79,990 USD for 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor or the 2025 Tesla Model X Long Range?

2025 Tesla Model X Long Range 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.