Charging Cost

The electricity cost to run the vehicle.

Adjust to cents per kWh (default 25 cents).

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Charging cost is calculated by multiplying the WLTP consumption figure by your electricity unit cost.

It accounts for recharged energy from the mains.

See the complete cost calculator

Safety

Safety ratings (from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency)

Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

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Economy

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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).

This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

WLTP Consumption

How much electricity the vehicle consumes per kilometre of travel - including charging losses

WLTP measures recharged electric energy from the mains which allows comparison of running costs.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Highway Range

An estimate of how far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, when driving only on open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range, however, tends to match mostly urban travel (under 80 km/h).

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Real Range Estimate

How far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, accounting for local driving conditions.

Adjust for the portion of urban/city driving vs highway (100 km/h) that you typically do.

Consumption ⚡️

How much electrical energy does the vehicle use while driving?

Often displayed on the dashboard, this is different to WLTP consumption - where charging losses are included (helpful in comparing running costs).

Higher speeds increase energy consumption (due to aerodynamic drag and reduced opportunity for electricity regeneration).

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚡️

V2L allows electricity to flow from the battery to power appliances.

Some vehicles have interior NZ sockets, while others require an adapter be plugged into the Type 2 exterior charging socket.

Tow Capacity

Unbraked (kg) / Braked (kg)

Most EVs can have towbars fitted for carrying bikes (but not for towing loads).

Towing a load will significantly decrease range (typically by 50%).

See all EVs ranked by tow capacity.

Boot Space 🧳

Seats up (Litres) / Seats down (Litres)

The volume of space available.

Frunk

Volume (Litres)

The American term "front trunk" indicates how much storage space is available under the bonnet of the car.

Battery Capacity 🔋

Total (Gross) kWh / Usable (Net) kWh

Usable battery capacity is the number of kilowatt-hours that the vehicle can access.

Complete guide to EV batteries.

Battery Chemistry 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries have several different cathode materials. Each material has tradeoffs between energy density, safety, cost, and longevity.

LFP - Longer life, but less energy dense.

NMC - More energy dense, but more expensive.

Which EVs have LFP?.

AC Charge

The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.

An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.

This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.

Fast Charge ⚡

The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.

Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.

Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).

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Polestar 3

polestar 3
OverviewSpecsSales rank

RANGE

560 - 610kms

PRICE

$169,990+

Variants

Polestar 3 Long Range

2024→
polestar 3

The Polestar 3 EV delivers a rear-drive feel with customized drivetrains. It also includes a decoupling function for the rear electric motor, conserving energy when utilizing the front motor only.

The vehicle boasts a heat pump for standard climate- and battery preconditioning, as well as bidirectional charging for future potential vehicle-to-grid and plug-and-charge capabilities.

Price

Price$169,990

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 5 s
Top Speed195 km/h
Total Power360 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range610 km
Highway Range467 km
WLTP Consumption201 Wh/km
Charging Cost $5.03/100 km

Polestar 3 Long Range: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range541 km
Consumption5.1 km / kWh
19.8 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery111 kWh / 107 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)250 kW
V2L-

Safety

Based on 2023 VSRR rating

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 2200 kg
Boot Space484 L / 1411 L
Frunk32 L
ShapeLarge SUV
Length4900 mm
Width1968 mm
Height1614 mm
Kerb Weight2670 kg

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Polestar 3 Performance

2024→
polestar 3

With the performance pack, the car’s standard power output of 360 kW and torque of 840 Nm is increased to 380 kW and 910 Nm.

Price

Price$184,990

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 4.7 s
Top Speed210 km/h
Total Power380 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range560 km
Highway Range429 km
WLTP Consumption219 Wh/km
Charging Cost $5.48/100 km

Polestar 3 Performance: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range497 km
Consumption4.6 km / kWh
21.5 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery111 kWh / 107 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)250 kW
V2L-

Safety

Based on 2023 VSRR rating

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 2200 kg
Boot Space484 L / 1411 L
Frunk32 L
ShapeLarge SUV
Length4900 mm
Width1968 mm
Height1614 mm
Kerb Weight2670 kg
Polestar 3 Long RangePolestar 3 Performance
Price$169,990$184,990
Range (WLTP)610 km560 km
Highway Range476 km437 km
0-100 km/h5 s4.7 s
Top Speed195 km/h210 km/h
DriveAWDAWD
Power360 kW380 kW
Battery (nominal)111 kWh111 kWh
Battery (usable)107 kWh107 kWh
WLTP Consumption201 Wh/km219 Wh/km
ChemistryNMCNMC
AC speed11 kW11 kW
DC speed250 kW250 kW
Vehicle to Load--
Boot space484 L484 L
Boot (seats down)1411 L1411 L
Frunk32 L32 L
Seats55
Length4900 mm4900 mm
Width1968 mm1968 mm
Height1614 mm1614 mm
Weight2670 kg2670 kg
Tow (braked)2200 kg2200 kg
Tow (unbraked)750 kg750 kg

The Polestar 3 is outside the top 50 new fully electric vehicles in New Zealand.

See all EVs ranked in New Zealand.

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