Polestar 3 vs Tesla Model Y
Comparing the 2025 Polestar 3 (from $67,500) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y (from $39,990). The 3 offers 350 miles of range while the Model Y offers 321 miles.
Quick Take
Polestar 3 plays nicest with your phone, while Tesla Model Y wins on price.
Tesla Model Y
2026 • SUV
Best Value
- Starts at $39,990
- About $112 per mile of range
- Up to 357 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$67,500 - $79,400
$39,990 - $57,990
Range
279-350 miles
306-357 miles
Horsepower
299-517 hp
258-460 hp
0-60 mph
4.5-7.5 sec
3.3-6.8 sec
Battery Size
111 kWh
69.5-84.6 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
112-130 mph
125-155 mph
Towing Capacity
2000-3500 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
192.9"
187"
Width
83.2"
75.6"
Height
64.1"
64"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
76 cu ft
Polestar 3 vs Tesla Model Y: Which Should You Buy?
The Tesla Model Y starts at $39,990, undercutting the Polestar 3 ($67,500) by about $27,500.
In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y covers up to 357 miles, 7 more than the Polestar 3's maximum of 350.
Bottom line: pick the Polestar 3 if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Tesla Model Y if you want the most for your money.
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