Polestar Polestar 3 vs Audi Q8 e-tron: Which to Buy
Polestar Polestar 3 starts at $67,500; the Audi Q8 e-tron starts at $75,600. Before taxes and fees, the Polestar Polestar 3 is $7,995 less. Audi Q8 e-tron makes more power, 402 hp against 299 hp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Polestar Polestar 3 or the Audi Q8 e-tron cheaper?
The Polestar Polestar 3 costs less to start. Polestar Polestar 3: $67,500 plus $1,400 destination. Audi Q8 e-tron: $75,600 plus $1,295 destination. Taxes, title and registration are on top of both.
Which gets better fuel economy, the Polestar Polestar 3 or the Audi Q8 e-tron?
The Polestar Polestar 3 is rated 350 mi range, and the Audi Q8 e-tron is rated 285 mi range. Real-world results depend on how and where you drive.
How many people does each seat?
The Polestar Polestar 3 seats 5. The Audi Q8 e-tron seats 5.
What are the trade-offs between the two?
Polestar Polestar 3: Class-leading 350-mile range on the base powertrain, though sloping roofline sacrifices some total cargo utility. Audi Q8 e-tron: World-class cabin quietness and build quality, though overall range of 285 miles trails some newer competitors.
Polestar Polestar 3 is best for
Polestar Polestar 3 is the better fit for mid-size luxury suv buyers who want to carry a family. Its standout: class-leading 350-mile range on the base powertrain.
Audi Q8 e-tron is best for
Audi Q8 e-tron is the better fit for mid-size suv buyers who want to carry a family. Its standout: world-class cabin quietness and build quality.
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Attribute | Polestar Polestar 3 | Audi Q8 e-tron |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $67,500 | $75,600 |
| MSRP + destination | $68,900 | $76,895 |
| Fuel economy / range | 350 mi range | 285 mi range |
| Horsepower | 299 hp | 402 hp |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Body type | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size SUV |
| Powertrains | Long Range Single Motor, Long Range Dual Motor, Performance Pack | 114 kWh Battery Dual-Motor |