Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
M3 Competition
Overview
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
2021 - Present
Year
2025 - Present
2993
Engine
112
375
Power
—
Petrol
Fuel
Electric
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
M3 Competition
Specification
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
2993
Engine Capacity
—
S58B30T0
Engine Code
—
Inline
Cylinder Configuration
—
6
Number of Cylinders
—
Twin-turbocharged
Aspiration
—
—
Battery Capacity
112
—
Battery Capacity Gross
112
—
Battery Capacity Usable
106
—
Battery Type
Lithium-ion NMC
—
Electric Range
678 km (WLTP)
—
Energy Consumption
17.8
375
Power
550
650
Torque
812
—
0–100 km/h
3.9
250
Top Speed
250
—
AC Charging Power
11
—
DC Fast Charging Power
350
—
AC Connector
Type-2
—
DC Connector
Ccs2
—
DC Charging
10–80% in 22 min
—
One-Pedal Driving
Yes
—
Regenerative Braking
Yes
—
Wireless Charging
15 W
RWD
Drive Type
AWD
10.1
Fuel Economy Combined
—
Euro 6
Emission Standard
—
275 / 35 R19 front; 285 / 30 R20 rear
Tyre Size
245 / 45R20 front; 285 / 40R20 rear
19 front; 20 rear
Wheel Size
20
4
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated compound disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs with 4-piston Brembo calipers
Ventilated compound disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs
Adaptive M double-joint spring-strut
Front Suspension
Quad-link with coil springs and passive dampers
Adaptive M five-link
Rear Suspension
Quad-link with coil springs and passive dampers
Electric rack and pinion
Steering Type
Electric power steering
6
Number of Airbags
8
—
Towing Capacity
1800
12.2
Turning Circle
12.33
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
M3 Competition
Dimension
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
59
Fuel Tank Capacity
—
4801
Length
5087
1903
Width
2015
1438
Height
1425
2857
Wheelbase
3054
120
Ground Clearance
149
1730
Kerb Weight
2500
480
Boot Space
365
—
Boot Space (Seats Folded)
1128
—
Frunk Space
62
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
Electric vehicle features
M3 Competition
Feature
Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
BMW M3 Competition
Pros
- +Powerful 375 kW six-cylinder
- +Engaging rear-wheel-drive balance
- +Rapid Competition performance
- +Practical 480 litre boot
- +Five-seat everyday usability
Cons
- −High Australian purchase price
- −Firm ride on rough roads
- −High combined fuel consumption
- −Expensive performance tyres
- −No verified towing rating
Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Pros
- +Long 678 km WLTP range
- +Very strong 550 kW output
- +Fast 350 kW DC charging
- +Practical front and rear storage
- +High 1800 kg towing capacity
Cons
- −High Australian purchase price
- −Heavy 2500 kg kerb weight
- −No rear windscreen
- −Large footprint for urban parking
- −Range remains a manufacturer target
Which one should you buy?
Best for Performance: Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
System power around 550 kW supports a solid performance score.
Best for Practicality / Space: BMW M3 Competition
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose BMW M3 Competition if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Choose Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.
Bottom Line: Polestar Polestar 5 Long Range Dual Motor leads on performance and BMW M3 Competition leads on practicality.
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