The 2027 Polestar 3 gives you two clear choices: Dual motor and Performance. Both are all-wheel-drive electric SUVs with the same 106 kWh battery, the same 350 kW fast charging and the same 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) towing rating. Both also include the Pilot, Climate and Plus packs as standard in Canada.

So the decision comes down to how you drive. The Dual motor gives you the most range and a comfortable ride for daily life. The Performance adds more power, active air suspension and a sharper chassis for drivers who want every drive to feel sporty. This guide breaks down each version so you can choose with confidence.

2027 Polestar 3 Dual Motor

The Dual motor is the range leader of the Polestar 3 lineup. It makes 544 hp and 546 lb-ft of torque and reaches 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. On a full charge, it covers up to 502 km, and its energy use is 23.6 kWh per 100 km.

The ride is tuned for comfort. The Dual motor uses a passive chassis with BWI dampers and coil springs. It rolls on 21-inch alloy wheels with Michelin Primacy Tour all-season tires, which suit year-round driving on Canadian roads. Brembo brakes with anodized callipers handle stopping, and the cabin gets black seatbelts with a Swedish gold stripe.

This is the version for families, commuters and anyone who puts long trips at the top of the list. You get strong acceleration, the longest range and a full load of standard equipment.

• Power: 544 hp and 546 lb-ft of torque
• Range: up to 502 km
• 0 to 100 km/h: 4.7 seconds
• Best for: long commutes, family road trips and year-round comfort

2027 Polestar 3 Performance

The Performance is the most powerful Polestar 3. It makes 680 hp and 642 lb-ft of torque and sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. It still offers up to 452 km of range, with energy use of 26.1 kWh per 100 km.

The big upgrade is under the car. The Performance uses dual-chamber active air suspension with Polestar Engineered chassis tuning. You can pick between standard, nimble and firm settings, and the system also has a loading mode and automatic ride height. That gives you a softer ride on the highway and a tighter feel on a winding road, all in one SUV.

The Performance also looks the part. It rides on 22-inch forged alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires, sized 265/40R22 in front and 295/35R22 in the rear. Swedish gold callipers, valve caps, seatbelts and rotary control set it apart from the Dual motor.

• Power: 680 hp and 642 lb-ft of torque
• 0 to 100 km/h: 3.9 seconds
• Suspension: dual-chamber active air suspension with three settings
• Best for: drivers who want the quickest, most engaging Polestar 3

What Every 2027 Polestar 3 Includes

No matter which version you choose, the core of the Polestar 3 stays the same. The 800 V battery charges from 10 to 80% in 22 minutes on a 350 kW DC charger. Brake-by-wire Brembo brakes use 4-piston front callipers, with 400 mm front and 390 mm rear discs. Top speed is 230 km/h on both versions.

In Canada, the Pilot, Climate and Plus packs are all standard. That means Pilot Assist with lane change assist, a 360-degree camera with 3D view, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, heated front wiper blades, a 9 x 3-inch head-up display and a Bowers & Wilkins audio system with 25 speakers and 1,610 W. Soft-close doors and an electrochromic glass roof are standard too.

Comparing the 2027 Polestar 3 Trims

Which One Should You Choose?

Choose the Dual motor if range and everyday comfort come first. Its 502 km rating is the best in the Polestar 3 lineup, its all-season tires suit every month of the year, and 544 hp is plenty for confident highway passing.

Choose the Performance if driving feel comes first. The extra 136 hp, the 3.9-second sprint and the adjustable air suspension give you the most engaging Polestar 3 to drive, with the same fast charging and full standard equipment.

Your 2027 Polestar 3 Starts at Polestar Montréal

You know the difference. Now feel it from the driver’s seat. Book a test drive at Polestar Montréal in Montreal, drive the Dual motor and the Performance back to back, and make your choice with our sales team.