2025 Polestar 3 — Full Specifications
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The 2025 Polestar 3 is an SUV powered by an electric motor, with an EPA-rated range of around 350 miles per charge. Owners often keep a Polestar 3 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Full Specifications
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| EPA Range | 350 miles |
| Efficiency | 35.3 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ Emissions | 0 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 10 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2025 Polestar 3, all with the Electric motor engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 104 | 87 (91/82) | — | $900 |
| Electric motor | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 113 | 94 (103/84) | — | $800 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2025 Polestar 3
Running Costs: 2025 Polestar 3
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2025 Polestar 3 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Polestar 3 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Seats (1), Structure (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Seats — campaign 26V037000, reported 23 January 2026. Risk: A loose rear seat backrest may fall forward and allow cargo to enter the cabin during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Structure — campaign 25V555000, reported 26 August 2025. Risk: A detached bumper can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Visibility — campaign 25V420000, reported 14 July 2025. Risk: A detached glass sunroof can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 25V453000, reported 7 July 2025. Risk: Damage to harnesses can cause various electrical malfunctions, such as a loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Showing the 4 most recent of 6 campaigns.
Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Polestar 3. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (49), Forward collision avoidance (11), Fuel/propulsion system (10). Complaints include 4 reported crashes, 1 reported injury.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2025 Polestar 3
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (2 recall campaigns · 49 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Driver-assist sensors (11 owner complaints) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
- Fuel system (10 owner complaints) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Seats (1 recall campaign) — Check seat adjusters, head restraints and seat-mounted sensors work, and confirm seat recalls were completed.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2025 Polestar 3 have?
It's powered by an electric motor with an EPA-rated range of around 350 miles per charge.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Polestar 3?
It uses around 35.3 kWh per 100 miles.
Does the 2025 Polestar 3 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns that include the 2025 Polestar 3 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Seats (1), Structure (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2025 Polestar 3?
Among the 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (49 complaints), Forward collision avoidance (11 complaints), Fuel/propulsion system (10 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.