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Polestar · model year 2026
2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (20 Inch Wheels)
SUV · Rear-Wheel Drive · Electric · EPA class: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Where it places
- 04 Polestar cars
Every model year, newest first #4 of 36 - 241 Electric SUVs
Ordered by EPA range #241 of 401 - 426 Electric cars by range
Ordered by EPA range #426 of 683 - 249 Electric cars by efficiency
Ordered by efficiency #249 of 683 - 346 Electric cars by charging time
Ordered by charge time at 240 V #346 of 818 - 860 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #860 of 1,172
Against other electric SUVs
The CarCody take
The 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor uses electricity, rear-wheel drive and a 245 kW PMSM motor. Its EPA range is 286 miles, with 95 combined MPGe and energy use of 35.5 kWh per 100 miles. EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $800. A 240-volt charge takes 10 hours.
Good to know
- 286 miles of EPA electric range
- 95 combined MPGe
- Rear-wheel drive
- 245 kW PMSM motor
Watch for
- 10-hour charge time at 240 volts
- Uses 35.5 kWh per 100 miles
- EPA annual fuel cost is $800
Who it suits. Drivers wanting an electric SUV with 286 miles of EPA range Owners who can use a 240-volt charger for long sessions
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor is a rear-wheel-drive electric SUV with a 286-mile EPA range. Its 95 combined MPGe rating and 35.5 kWh per 100 miles describe its electricity use, while the $800 annual estimate gives the running cost a concrete reference. Charging at 240 volts takes 10 hours, so this model fits drivers with time for long charging sessions. It is a match for someone seeking an electric SUV with a 286-mile EPA range.
What it is
This 2026 Polestar 3 is an electric SUV classified by the EPA as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD. It sends power to the rear wheels through a 245 kW PMSM motor and an automatic (A1) transmission.
The numbers
The EPA-rated range is 286 miles. That is the distance figure to watch between charges. Combined efficiency is 95 MPGe, with energy use of 35.5 kWh per 100 miles.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates this Polestar's yearly electricity cost at $800. The 35.5 kWh-per-100-miles figure shows how much energy its driving uses. At 240 volts, a full charge takes 10 hours.
How it compares
Use the 286-mile range and 95 combined MPGe to compare this model with other electric SUVs. Its efficiency can also be viewed alongside electric cars by efficiency.
Who it suits
It suits a driver who wants an electric SUV with 286 miles of EPA range and rear-wheel drive. The 10-hour 240-volt charge time fits owners who can leave the vehicle charging for long periods.
Trade-offs
The EPA range is 286 miles, but the stated 240-volt charge time is 10 hours. Energy use is 35.5 kWh per 100 miles, and EPA's annual fuel-cost estimate is $800.
Verdict
Choose this Polestar when an electric SUV, rear-drive layout and a 286-mile EPA range match your routine. Its 95 MPGe rating gives you an efficiency benchmark, while the 10-hour 240-volt charge time requires access to charging for that duration. The EPA's $800 annual electricity estimate helps set a running-cost expectation. Buyers comparing similar vehicles should weigh those figures against the range and efficiency numbers of other electric SUVs.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPGe
- 95 MPGe
- EPA range
- 286 miles
- Energy use
- 35.5 kWh per 100 miles
- Annual fuel cost
- $800
- Charge time at 240 V
- 10 hours
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 245 kW PMSM
- Transmission
- Automatic (A1)
- Fuel
- Electricity
Questions
How far can the 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor go?
Its EPA-rated electric range is 286 miles.
What is its combined MPGe?
The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor is rated at 95 combined MPGe.
How much electricity does it use?
EPA energy use is 35.5 kWh per 100 miles.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
EPA estimates annual electricity cost at $800.
How long does charging take?
Charging at 240 volts takes 10 hours.
Is this Polestar 3 all-wheel drive?
No. It is classified as 2WD and uses rear-wheel drive.
What kind of vehicle is it?
It is a 2026 electric SUV, classified by the EPA as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD.
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