Polestar 3 Rear Motor Plus
$116,700 +ORC
- DC charge
- 250 kW
Polestar
2026 Polestar Polestar 3
Large luxury electric SUV
On sale nowBattery electric
From $116,700 plus on-road costs
The Polestar 3 is the brand's first ground-up large electric SUV, built on the SPA2 platform shared with the Volvo EX90 and made in Charleston, South Carolina for Australian delivery.
From$116,700+ORC
DC charge250 kW
Boot484 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the Polestar 3 yet. On paper, polestar dealer footprint is still thin outside metro Australia. Confirm service coverage in your region before signing.
Why consider it
- 706 km WLTP on the Single Motor is the longest in the large luxury EV SUV class.
- Dual-chamber air suspension is standard across the range, with a 2,200 kg braked tow rating useful for caravans.
What to know
- Five-seat only, no third-row option for family buyers who need it.
- Performance Plus at $146,700 plus on-roads walks into Porsche Cayenne Electric territory.
Who it suits
Distance-driving luxury EV buyers, caravan tow customers and design-led owners. The Rear Motor Plus at $116,700 plus on-roads is the value pick with the longest range in segment.
Small families
Practical everyday space
EV first-timers
Charge at home, skip the servo
Towing
Built to tow
Keen drivers
Pace and poise
Range, charging and ownership
EV essentials at a glance.250 kW
DC fast charging
8 yrs / 160,000 km
Battery warranty
Vehicle warranty 5 yrs / unlimited km.
Grades and pricing
3 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | DC charge | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polestar 3 Rear Motor Plus | $116,700 +ORC | 250 kW | |
| Polestar 3 Dual motor Plus | $131,100 +ORC | 250 kW | |
| Polestar 3 Performance Plus | $146,700 +ORC | 250 kW |
Polestar 3 Dual motor Plus
$131,100 +ORC
- DC charge
- 250 kW
Polestar 3 Performance Plus
$146,700 +ORC
- DC charge
- 250 kW
Practicality and safety
484 L
Boot space. plus 32 L frunk
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2024
RWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you need a third row (Volvo EX90 shares the platform with seven seats), a sharper drivers' SUV (Porsche Macan Electric), or a longer warranty (Korean and Chinese rivals at 7 years).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Polestar 3 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $116,700 plus on-roads for the Polestar 3 Rear Motor Plus and tops out at $146,700 plus on-roads for the Polestar 3 Performance Plus, across 3 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
What is the range of the Polestar 3?
706 km WLTP on the Long Range Single Motor, 628 km on the Long Range Dual Motor, and 561 km on the Performance Pack, all from the same 111 kWh battery.
How much can the Polestar 3 tow?
2,200 kg braked, useful for caravans and trailers, and competitive against the BMW iX and Audi Q8 e-tron.
What is the Polestar 3 warranty?
5 years unlimited km on the vehicle, plus 8 years or 160,000 km on the high-voltage battery.
The Polestar Polestar 3 in full
The Polestar 3 is the brand's first ground-up large electric SUV, built on the SPA2 platform shared with the Volvo EX90 and made in Charleston, South Carolina for Australian delivery. Five-seat layout, 111 kWh battery, dual-chamber air suspension standard.
From$116,700+ORC
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