Polestar 2 Vs Tesla Model 3: Electric Car SHOWDOWN | 4K 

So, Polestar or Tesla? ⚡⬇️

One pedal driving is definitely possible with the Polestar 2, you just had creep mode turned on. If you had turned creep off, the car would have come to a cmplete stop just like the Tesla

All day long, no cars on the road The deer is seeing a car: LETS CROSS THE ROAD😅

2:59 this is the quality that they use for advertisement jeez what a nice shot

i dont know why but i just love this guy. Can he please start a podcast, i wanna listen to him while awake and on my sleep

whoever designed the polestar 2 should get a raise

This is Polestar’s first true electric car, this is Tesla’s 4th. Polestar have done a brilliant job for it being a brand not many people have heard of and being built from the ground up!

For some reason, I still find myself liking the Polestar more. Perhaps its vain - but I just think that the Polestar looks nicer and more premium. Additionally, I've heard so many horror stories about Tesla quality that I trust Volvo more. I've got a lot of respect for Tesla as they've really helped push long range electric cars, but the model 3 looks like a bubble car to me whereas the the polestar looks more mature.

When he said "hey google, turn on my heated steering wheel", my kitchen lights was turned on 😆

Turn “Creep” off on the Polestar to make it stop when “one pedal” driving.

Disclaimer: No deers were harmed in the making of this video.

So here's my not so quick Pro/Con experience after renting a 2023 Polestar 2 (Single Motor) from Hertz (Houston -IAH) over 3-days and about 100mi. as a 5-Year Tesla Model 3 owner. I was immediately impressed by the build quality (no rattles or squeaks), trim materials, low road noise and handling/body control. I enjoyed the design elements and looks, just wish it sat a bit lower from the side profile view. The onboard Google maps and dual displays were nice and I found no reason to use the available CarPlay option I would normally use in all my rentals. Biggest Cons IMO were #1 the awkward high center console that I bashed my knee on the very first time I sat in the vehicle and several times since as a taller 6' 2" driver. Con #2 would be the lower range vs. Tesla, although to be fair, the PS2 is more accurate and realistic with its range. I often lose a few % parked or drop 2-3% at the start of a trip in my Tesla which I was not seeing in the PS2. Con #3 for me would be the poor rear visibility vs. a Model 3...nothing more than a tiny little pocket between the rear headrests. Forward visibility was fine, but again much better in the Tesla where the dash is lower and the window is much larger. Power delivery was smooth and surprisingly sufficient given this was only the single-motor version...0-60s is slow compared to Tesla Model 3's, but at speed on the road it's more than adequate and feels better than the numbers on paper IMO. Again compared to a Model 3 It's a bit tighter interior-wise, especially in the second row. Unique features that stood out to me were the frameless side mirrors, weird turn signal tone and neutral position shifter that I wasn't all that use to coming from a stalk based system. Overall I would recommend and/or rent one again and I'm interested to see where the new refreshed design will take this model line. Tesla overall has the Tech, Performance and Charging Infrastructure advantage, but if build quality and mostly local driving (with home charging ability) are more your ownership style I think plenty would be more than happy with the Polestar 2. Solid B/B+ EV in my book!

6:41 Didnt expected a baby doll there 🤣🤣

I think we just need to appreciate the fact that we have these kinds of cars, whether model 3 or polestar 2 is the best, both are amazing cars and I don't think anyone would say no thanks to either one of them

Another electric car review... oh deer 🦌 I joke. Love it 👌😎

I get that it’s more flexible in terms of future redesigns but I’m still really unsure about just touch screens in cars. They should at least have some generic controls like volume, play, pause, heating. Just so you don’t have to take your eyes off the road and fiddle around to do simple stuff.

What you didn't talk about was build quality, panel fitting, squeaks and rattles. When you live with a car for a period of time, these things are extremely important.

I ordered the Model 3 Long Range despite extensively researching the Polestar. Lovely car but the Tesla charging network was the big seller for me. I can't wait to get it on the 28th. Good to see some competition though in the EV market. If anything it improves the choices for customers in the long run and I'm sure the next Polestar will be even better.

Rory: Good for people who drive around in cold conditions.... 9 months a year in the UK then.

I really appreciate the 4k quality in the rain. So beautiful!

Nice video! I have always been impressed with your videos since top gear days... I have tried both and I drive a Model 3 Performance and I agree with basicly all things in this video. One quick note is that the luggage space numbers are wrong.. a friend in Norway measured the Model 3, with under-cover trunk space + frunk to 545L. Would be nice to get a confirmation if it's true or not. Polestar2 is impressive but I will be keeping my Model 3 because of 3 things: -Supercharger network -Track mode -Netflix Keep it up!

The cinematography of this channel makes me feel some type of way that I can't describe. Job well done RORY :)

Nailed the comparison Rory. Polestar is a great small family car for people who hate Tesla. That's a pretty big addressable market.

Nice to see such a detailed review In terms of build quality and good looks, for me it's the Polestar

Love the review. This guy went just deep enough and covered what matters the most.

First 5 seconds at 0.25x. Thank me later

Just discovered your channel, the production quality is stunning. Keep up the great work.

This is the first car video I watch that is filmed in drizzling condition. And the deer ... and your reaction ... priceless! Great head-to-head review!

Cinematics in this video are AMAZING. Huge props to videographers, editors, and color correctors. Fantastic work.

I love the look of the Polestar from the front, but less so from the back. I’m happy I ordered a Tesla, because the charging infrastructure is better and cheaper. 24p/KWH is cheap! The 0-60 test is kind of pointless, maybe a 30-70 rolling acceleration test would be better, as it mimics overtakes and acceleration between tight corners.

Wouldn't the model Y be a closer comparison? Heavier, taller, hatchback...

Once again a very good review! You’re now one of my favorite car reviewers along with Chris Harris and Matt Farah.

You can disable „Creep“ in the P2, then it comes to a full stop in one pedal driving mode.

I think this is the same place where Carwow reviews their cars?!

love this guy. so much character!

The polestar just has better quality all over, the seats are great and the Harman Kardon sound system is perfect. I guess it's all down to preference and priorities

As a Tesla Owner, I am excited to see a Polestar in person and drive it.

Rory, you had the Creep Mode On when testing the one pedal drive, I think you would come to a complete stop with it turned off. It has worked in my experience :)

Most honest, fair appraisal of both cars. Thank you!!

Best car review I´ve seen. Keep up the good work!

Excellent review, Rory! I like your presenting style and thorough walkthrough!

Autotrader and Rory are now my favorite automotive channel. Needs much much more subscribers!

It’s weird, all those positives in favour of the Model 3 and I would still rather have the Polestar 2

That was a great review! Thank you

Loving your reviews Rory, keep up the good job mate.

Really good review, great work Rory and team! Love the personal touches.

The drizzle in the start of the video was probably the best thing that could have happened. Created an aura that was amazing

Just picked up my model 3 long range two days ago and I’m so glad they added the heated steering wheel and powerlifting trunk looking back on this video 😅

Great video Rory... Absolutely in love with AutoTrader! Also, this is the exact same location featured in some Carwow videos :D

Come on th m3p, had one for just over a week, and it put a big smile on my face.

You kept activating my google home! It was funny hearing my laptop and my speaker about 1 second difference giving the same answer :)

Raining in the UK. Now that’s a surprise. Kidding aside, great piece. Fantastic presentation. Thanks for the post.

Best comparison Rory, love that it is in 4k too, shout out to the production team.

"Polestar" sounds like an actor in an adult movie.

Love all your videos!! high quality!

I think the transmission tunnel and the between seats storage is where the battery is stored, thats why you get so much boot space but sacrifice alittle bit of the cabin

Watched this with headphones. The way Rory made me jump when he screamed for the deer!

This is the kind of review that gives very proper context. Thank you Rory and AutoTrader!!! Polestar is so far the only available EV other than a Tesla (of course) that I would consider buying. Keep it up Polestar, you’re going in the right direction.

This comparison is so beautifully done 😍😍😍😍

The image and colors of this video are so beautiful! Best looking car videos I have seen on youtube! Good video otherwise too :)

You jumped the start on both occasions!

Hahaha my assistant is telling me how to turn on heated steering wheel like I even own a Volvo loooool thanks for that.

The shot you got at 3:00 is dope!

Woah! Great reflexes.. absolutly enjoy your videos!

i Prefer the Polestar 2,simpler interior(ITS ANDROID)lovley materials steering wheel etc and the exterior is georgeus :D

I owned a Tesla Model 3 for almost 1.5 years and tried this week the Polestar 2. The only substantial difference, for me at least, is the charging infrastructure. The access, availability, and integration with the map system are just brilliant and the most thoughtful move that Tesla did early on. Acceleration is fine with any electric car that I tried because of how the electric motor works, top speed is not that important to me. In my experience with Tesla model 3, I never charged more than 115 KW/h, therefore the 150 KW/h limit of Polestar is fine with me. I live in Germany and I traveled to Dresden, Amsterdam, North Italy etc. If widely available charging infrastructure will be made possible for Polestar as well as any not tesla car in a similar fashion it will be the beginning of a new transportation revolution .. and this is also good for Tesla to keep them motivated to improve their products. For instance, I hate the limited access to Workshop to fix even the smallest things such as body scratch etc. And the app makes everything super annoying IMHO

The cinematic atmosphere that comes with the rain gives me chills

Tip @ 5.11 : Set "creep" to off before talking about the Polestar wanting to creep.

Electric acceleration, whilst vicious, is also so smooth. Really a different experience to ICE. It kind of feels like gravity changes direction in my Model 3 performance. It's really quite addictive, everyone should at least try it once.

Rory is the best car reviewer... it's impossible not to love this guy... live a like if you think so too

I gave you a thumbs up for avoid hitting the deer. For me, your the man .

Absolutely crazy start of the video!!!!!

Hahaha. Nice reflexes bruva! :D

Its good to see that other car makers are taking EV's seriously. So far we've been getting half-assed attempts like the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Bolt.

I have a heated steering wheel in my TM3... It was a ~March 2021 build though. I'll definitely be test driving a Polestar when my lease is up on the Tesla, as the hatchback is a huge plus for me. I assume the rear seats can be lowered in the Polestar to gain even more storage when lugging stuff around? I can also fit 3x car seats in the back of the Tesla (not that that will be of much use within the next year or two), but worth noting at least. I needed to get some seat belt extenders so I didn't crush my hands every time the kids get into them. The extra leg room in the back of the Tesla is great My one complain I have about the Tesla is the glove box... Why do I need to do 2 separate screen clicks when a simple plastic handle would suffice. That bugs me... Great comparison video, I'd like to see the PS in real life and compare.

Great review!! Enjoyed

These are both great cars. I'm glad there are more BEV options. The world need this. A couple of points: the Model 3 also has vegan interior and you can use voice commands for many controls in the Model 3, including opening the glove box.

One pedal driving worked pretty much perfectly on the Polestar 2 that i drove. Very well implemented, with just the right level of deceleration to a stop. Someone forgot to turn off "creep" i guess. Would be nice if someone did a review comparing the Model 3 LR with the standard model Polestar 2, since those are the variants that will sell in bigger numbers.

the fact that you shot this video somewhere away from town!!! Lit stuff

Great review. Thank you very much👍

The deer at the beginning made me feel like I was watching a Get Out remake

I dont agree with your conclusion but you still get a thumbs up.

Regarding the points about 10 minutes in, Telsa actually scores quite poorly for things like AEB so it may follow a road well but don't trust it to stop an accident. The LKA etc in the Polestar probably isn't meant as soft autopilot but as a safety feature to avoid dangerous incidents. It's easy to confuse ADAS with autonomous driving. I'm loving Rory's new videos on this channel!

we visited there last Oct. & it was awesome.. i've ordered the tri motor fsd ct & i can't wait for it to get here!! I may buy the S or the Y in the meantime..i got lots of solar & back up battery system as well. i love spaceX

Beep the "Ok google" part next time please...that's making the devices at home respond to the review! 🕴️

The swedes really know their design

Just the rain makes this 1000x better. Great video.

The better launch is extremely impressive! Especially considering it's inferior 0-60. After all, the launch is what counts at a stop light ;)

When he said OK google, my phone also responded 😂😂

I own a model 3, and love it, but I am happy to see competition coming to the market. Gotta keep Tesla on its toes.

11:08 you should make "hey google" quiet, and add it as text in edit, my home assistant got realy happy repl

Absolutely love the video. Great job. The Polestar looks like the second best EV out there.

I sat inside a Model 3 and the quality made it feel really cheap, to be honest. The little buttons/rollers on the wheel felt really badly fitted.

If this isn't saver than the model 3, then am just shocked volvO.

one of the nicest presentation iv seen in the rain

First time I’ve watched this fella - absolutely quality.. Equality of opportunity, not the normal equality of outcome.

The Polestar is chic, not geek. The Tesla is geek, not chic.

The deer cannot hear you coming maybe there should be a deer whistle on these cars

Big like for the light reflex. 👍

I would say one thing you forgot to add, the Polestar 2 has a leg up on the towing capacity. I believe the model 3 is only 1000kgs tow limit meaning it can pull a very lightweight 2 berth caravan or a trailer tent, where as I believe the Polestar has a towing limit of 1500kg which means it could quite easily tow a 4 berth Caravan such as my Abi Jubilee Courier or even a Bailey Ranger.