Compare the2026 Mercedes EQE SUVVS 2025 Polestar 3

Earlier warning of stopped traffic, traffic signals, dangerous road conditions, weather, or accidents, can keep driver's safer and prevent crashes. The EQE SUV has Car-to-X Communication, a system that seamlessly communicates important warnings to the driver about impending danger, if they're available. The Polestar 3 doesn’t offer a system that can receive automated systems from infrastructure or other vehicles.

Both the EQE SUV and the Polestar 3 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, front seat center airbag, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, around view monitors, rear cross-path warning and driver alert monitors.

There are over 12 times as many Mercedes dealers as there are Polestar dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the EQE SUV’s warranty.

The EQE SUV has more powerful engines than the Polestar 3:

As tested in Motor Trend the EQE SUV 320+ electric motor is faster than the Polestar 3 Single Motor electric motor:

On the EPA test cycle the EQE SUV gets better mileage than the Polestar 3:

For better stopping power the AMG EQE SUV CCB’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the Polestar 3:

The EQE SUV AMG offers optional heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don’t rust, don’t fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration. The Polestar 3 doesn’t offer ceramic brake rotors.

The EQE SUV stops shorter than the Polestar 3:

For better traction, the AMG EQE SUV’s optional tires are larger than the largest tires available on the Polestar 3 (275/35R22 vs. 265/45R21).

The AMG EQE SUV’s optional tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Polestar 3’s optional 40 series front tires.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires available on the EQE SUV can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The Polestar 3 doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

The EQE SUV’s drift compensation steering can automatically compensate for road conditions which would cause the vehicle to drift from side to side, helping the driver to keep the vehicle straight more easily. The Polestar 3 doesn’t offer drift compensation steering.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the EQE SUV’s wheelbase is 1.8 inches longer than on the Polestar 3 (119.3 inches vs. 117.5 inches).

The AMG EQE SUV handles at .94 G’s, while the Polestar 3 Single Motor pulls only .86 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The AMG EQE SUV executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1.9 seconds quicker than the Polestar 3 Single Motor (24.1 seconds @ .82 average G’s vs. 26 seconds @ .74 average G’s).

For better maneuverability, the EQE SUV with rear wheel steering’s turning circle is 4.3 feet tighter than the Polestar 3’s (34.5 feet vs. 38.8 feet).

The Mercedes EQE SUV may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 100 to 350 pounds less than the Polestar 3.

The design of the Mercedes EQE SUV amounts to more than styling. The EQE SUV has an aerodynamic coefficient of drag of .26 Cd. That is lower than the Polestar 3 (.29) and many sports cars. A more efficient exterior helps keep the interior quieter and helps the EQE SUV get better fuel mileage.

The EQE SUV has a larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the Polestar 3 with its rear seat folded (55 vs. 50 cubic feet).

Maximum trailer towing in the Polestar 3 is limited to 3500 pounds. The AMG EQE SUV offers up to a 4000 lbs. towing capacity.

The EQE SUV’s power mirror controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The Polestar 3’s power mirror controls are embedded in the infotainment system, seriously distracting drivers who have to adjust them while driving.