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Polestar 3 vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2025 Polestar 3 (from $67,500) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The 3 offers 350 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Polestar 3 charges fastest, while Rivian R1S tows the most.

Polestar 3

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Polestar 3

Fastest Charger

  • 30 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 250 kW peak charging speed
  • Up to 350 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

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Rivian R1S

Best for Towing

  • 7,700 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1025 hp
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$67,500 - $79,400
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
279-350 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
299-517 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.5-7.5 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
111 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
112-130 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
2000-3500 lbs
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
30 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
192.9"
200.8"
Width
83.2"
81.8"
Height
64.1"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
49.8 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

Polestar 3 vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The Polestar 3 starts at $67,500, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $16,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 60 more than the Polestar 3's maximum of 350. At a DC fast charger, the Polestar 3 goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the Polestar 3's 5. The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 49.8 for the Polestar 3. The Polestar 3 is also 8 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Polestar 3 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you tow.

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