Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV vs Polestar 3

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV starts from $134,900 before on-road costs, while the Polestar 3 opens at $116,700. That makes the Polestar 3 the more affordable entry point by $18,200.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $148,390 and $128,370 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and Polestar 3 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Polestar 3 packs more ADAS features with 10 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 8 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 9 in the Polestar 3.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV features a 12.8-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Polestar 3 gets a 14.5-inch display and 9-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV stands out with Burmester audio that you will not find on the Polestar 3. The Polestar 3 counters with ventilated seats and Bowers & Wilkins audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV gets artico man-made leather upholstery while the Polestar 3 offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 4-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 3-zone in the Polestar 3.

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV uses a Electric producing 180kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.3 seconds.

The Polestar 3 responds with a Electric Motor making 245kW and 480Nm, paired to a single-speed fixed gear driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.5 seconds.

The Polestar 3 has the clear power advantage at 245kW vs 180kW. In the real-world sprint, the Polestar 3 is 0.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 90.6kWh (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV) vs 92kWh (Polestar 3), giving WLTP ranges of 586km and 603km. DC fast charging peaks at 170kW (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV) vs 310kW (Polestar 3).

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV measures 4,863mm long on a 3,030mm wheelbase, 37mm shorter than the Polestar 3 at 4,900mm (2,985mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and 597L in the Polestar 3, giving the Polestar 3 a 77L advantage.

For towing, the Polestar 3 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 750kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Polestar 3). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV)—.