Polestar 2

vs

Polestar 3

Sweden vs Sweden — 2020 vs 2024

Polestar 2 (2020)
Polestar 3 (2024)
Specifications
2 Long Range Dual Motor3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance
Horsepower408 hp517 hp
Torque487 lb-ft671 lb-ft
0-60 mph4.5 sec4.6 sec
Top Speed127 mph130 mph
¼ Mile12.8 sec12.8 sec
Weight4,658 lbs5,697 lbs
Wheelbase2,735 mm2,985 mm
Length4,606 mm4,900 mm
Units Produced150,000
Original MSRP$51,300$83,900
Value (Excellent)$45,000$90,000
Collectibility5/103/10
Rarity3/104/10
The Verdict

On balance, the 2020 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor makes a stronger case on paper with quicker acceleration, lighter weight, stronger collectibility. However, the 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance counters with more power, higher top speed, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 2020 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor for outright capability, or the 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance for a more distinctive ownership experience.

Overview

Polestar has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2020 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor with the 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance holds a clear advantage in raw power with 517 hp compared to 408 hp, a 109-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2020 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor edges ahead at 4.5 seconds versus 4.6 seconds. The Polestar 2 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1039 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 2024 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor Performance commands a significant premium over the 2020 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2020 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.