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Compare 2023 Polestar 2 vs Tesla Model 3

2023 Polestar 2
2023 Polestar 2
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$48,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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2023 Tesla Model 3
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$42,990
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Overview

Engine
Electric
Engine
Electric
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 113 MPGE
Hwy: 100 MPGE
Fuel Economy
City: 138 MPGE
Hwy: 126 MPGE
Range
270 miles
Range
272 miles
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
19.8 ft³

Photos

2023 Polestar 2
2021-2023 Polestar 2 Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Polestar 2 Driver Area
70
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Tesla Model 3
2017-2023 Tesla Model 3 Rear Angle View
2017-2023 Tesla Model 3 Infotainment System
59
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
Electric
Electric
Horsepower
231 hp
271 hp
Torque
243 lb-ft
310 lb-ft
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,400 lbs
3,648 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
107 MPGE
132 MPGE
City
113 MPGE
138 MPGE
Highway
100 MPGE
126 MPGE

Battery Range & Charge Times

Range
270 miles
272 miles
Battery Size
78 kWh
50 kWh
Charge Time
8 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V
8.5 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
181.3 in
184.8 in
Height
58.3 in
56.8 in
Max Width
73.2 in
72.8 in
Front Width
63.1 in
62.2 in
Rear Width
63 in
62.2 in
Wheelbase
107.7 in
113.2 in
Ground Clearance
5.8 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.2 in
42.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.3 in
40.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.6 in
56.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.7 in
53.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
33.9 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37 in
37.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
52.6 in
54 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
52.4 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
19.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
14.3 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 8"
18" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 9"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/45VR19
P235/45WR18
Rear Tire
P245/45VR19
P235/45WR18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Magnesium Metallic
  • Midnight Silver Metallic
  • Pearl White Multi-Coat

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Jupiter Metallic
  • Midnight Metallic
  • Snow Metallic
  • Space Metallic
  • Thunder Metallic
  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Solid Black
  • Red Multi-Coat

Standard Interior Materials

  • Charcoal, Embossed Textile Seating Surfaces
  • Zinc, Embossed Textile Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Premium Seat Trim
  • White/Black, Premium Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Entertainment System
Not Available
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Standard
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
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