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BMW iX5 vs Polestar 3

Comparing the 2027 BMW iX5 (from $79,800) with the 2025 Polestar 3 (from $67,500). The iX5 offers 435 miles of range while the 3 offers 350 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX5 tows the most, while Polestar 3 wins on price.

BMW iX5

2027SUV

BMW iX5
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Best for Towing

  • 5,952 lb towing capacity
  • 570 hp
  • 593 lb-ft of torque
  • AWD drivetrain
Polestar 3

2025SUV

Polestar 3

Best Value

  • Starts at $67,500
  • About $193 per mile of range
  • Up to 350 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$79,800
$67,500 - $79,400
Range
435 miles
279-350 miles
Horsepower
570 hp
299-517 hp
0-60 mph
4.4 sec
4.5-7.5 sec
Battery Size
144 kWh
111 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
130 mph
112-130 mph
Towing Capacity
5952 lbs
2000-3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
22 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
196.6"
192.9"
Width
78.7"
83.2"
Height
68.8"
64.1"
Cargo Capacity
67.7 cu ft
49.8 cu ft

BMW iX5 vs Polestar 3: Which Should You Buy?

The Polestar 3 starts at $67,500, undercutting the BMW iX5 ($79,800) by about $12,500.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX5 covers 435 miles, 85 more than the Polestar 3's maximum of 350. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX5 goes from 10-80% in about 22 minutes vs 30 for the Polestar 3.

The BMW iX5 offers 67.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 49.8 for the Polestar 3.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX5 if you tow, or the Polestar 3 if you want the most for your money.

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