After a long teaser campaign, Polestar 3 is official. The Swedish premium firm, born from Volvo and supported by Geely's money, shows that standing up to Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz is possible. And this generously sized, aggressively designed SUV is proof that if things are done with a head, they can be achieved. In fact you will have a replica in Gothenburg house well his “little” brother EX90 It will have all its technical organs…
The Polestar 3 continues along the path marked by 1 and 2. The first was a plug-in hybrid coupe that set a precedent with its technology. With the second they made the leap to total electrification and they did it to fight face to face against Tesla, since they moved to the segment of the coupe-style saloons. Now repeat pattern with a 4,9 meter SUV that wants to mark its ground in the highest area of the market, next to the Model X or BMW iX.
The aesthetics of the new Polestar 3 is very powerful and moves away from all conventions...
As we have already indicated, the Polestar 3 reaches 4,9 meters long. Its width, with mirrors, is 2,12 meters, the height is 1,61 meters and the wheelbase reaches 2 meters. All in all, where the Swedish SUV stands out the most is because of the forcefulness of its design, especially because of the Full LED optics in the shape of Thor's hammer or the discreet front spoiler that goes on the hood and joins the headlights. Also by the bumper or air intakes.
The side view maintains the forcefulness of the front, although declares a Cx of 0,29 that outperforms its rivals. In the set, elements such as the pronounced descending line of the roof or the design of the “C” pillar stand out. They also highlight the wheel arches with black plastic protections that run all over the underside of the bodywork. The alloy wheels, which can be 21 or 22 inches, are very similar to the one it wore. Concept Precept we know.
Lastly is the rear. In this plane the designers of Polestar have opted more for the subtlety with thin Full LED optics that occupy the entire width of the bodywork. Higher up, it has a small rear window topped by a spoiler that tops off the “C” pillar. In addition, if you opt for the Performance Pack, it has exclusive decoration details finished in gold like the caps of the tire valves.
Interior of simple and sober lines seasoned with first class materials and technology...
If the exterior design of the Polestar 3 is powerful in the cabin, it is committed to sobriety. For this, all its lines are clean and simple, standing out for the 14,5-inch central touch screen located in a vertical central position. For its management, it has the latest iteration of Polestar's Android Automotive operating system. In addition, it also includes Google voice assistant, Google Maps, OTA updates or wireless Apple CarPlay.
Regarding materials Polestar says the 3 uses MicroTech with biological attributes, animal welfare-certified leather and fully traceable wool upholstery. However, it is in security where it stands out thanks to the agreements reached with Zenseact, Luminar and Smart Eye. In this way the 3 includes state-of-the-art ADAS technology with 5 radar modules, 5 external cameras and 12 external ultrasonic sensors. But there is more...
In the cabin there is radar sensors that can detect sub-millimeter movements. With them you help protect children and pets against accidents. In addition, they are connected to the air conditioning system. Finally, the endowment is maximum with elements such as Bowers & Wilkins sound system, heated steering wheel and rear seats or doors with soft closing. It also has the Pilot Assist or Head-Up Display safety system.
Regarding habitability, the 3 can accommodate five passengers in its cabin. The trunk, on the other hand, is divided in two, with 32 liters the front and 484 liters the rear. They are not the reference within their segment but they are more than enough to accommodate the luggage of the entire ticket.
Premium technique: dual motor, 360 kW that can reach 380 kWh and a battery with a capacity of 111 kWh...
The new Polestar 3 platform allows for a dual motor (permanent magnet synchronous) configuration. And there are also two power levels: 360 kW and 840 Nm of torque for the "access" version and 380 kW and 910 Nm of torque if you choose the PerformancePack. Both systems are fed by a lithium ion battery with 111 kWh with a real capacity of 107 kWh that, in the best of cases, deserve 610 kilometers of autonomy.
The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h of the first is 5 seconds and in the second case 4,7 seconds. For its part, both reach a maximum speed of 209 km/h. The 250 kW charge, which is bidirectional, allows you to go from 10 to 80 percent in 30 minutes. All completed by Selective torque sharing system of the rear axle by double clutch Torque Vectoring Dual Clutch or the adaptive suspension with electronic regulation.
When will the Polestar 3 hit the market and what price will it have…?
Polestar 3 order book is now open, so if you want to get one you can already order it. The official base price for the 360 kW power version is 92 thousand euros for the 99.500 euros of the 380 kWh version. The delivery of the first units is planned for third quarter of 2023 so you better not be in a big hurry. In addition, later it is planned that new mechanical versions will arrive in the range…
Source - Polestar
