VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended vs Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 4.7 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Range winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 610 km Runner-up: 531 km
Power winner Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor 489 hp Runner-up: 402 hp
Cargo winner VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended 610 L Runner-up: 484 L
Price winner VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended $69,000 Runner-up: $73,400

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended against the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor. 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 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.7 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended. 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the higher listed output at 489 hp; 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is rated at 402 hp, a difference of 87 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor at 840 Nm and 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended at 620 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 531 km for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended. 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the lower recorded consumption at 18.2 kWh/100km; 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is listed at 23.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 250 kW, compared with 230 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

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 610 litres versus 484 litres, a difference of 126 litres. 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is listed at 2,200 kg. 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is 220 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

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the lower listed starting price at $69,000, compared with $73,400 for 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s4.7 s
Top Speed200 km/h210 km/h
Power402 hp489 hp
Torque620 Nm840 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range531 km610 km
Battery123 kWh111 kWh
Efficiency23.2 kWh/100km18.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging230 kW250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,120 mm4,900 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm171 mm
Cargo610 L484 L
Curb Weight2,816 kg2,584 kg
Towing2,500 kg2,200 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle13.0 m12.1 m
Starting MSRP$69,000$73,400

VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended vs Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.7 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has more power at 489 hp, a 87 hp advantage over 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended.

Which has more range, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor has the longer listed range at 610 km (379 miles), versus 531 km (330 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the larger listed battery at 123.0 kWh, compared with 111.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has more listed cargo space at 610 litres (21.5 cu ft), versus 484 litres (17.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 2,200 kg (4,850 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is heavier at 2,816 kg (6,208 lb), while 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor is listed at 2,584 kg (5,697 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $69,000 USD, compared with $73,400 USD for 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.