Polestar vs. Tesla

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Polestar and Tesla contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Polestar and Tesla cars.

When comparing the Polestar brand to the Tesla brand, Polestar has the advantage in the areas of horsepower and fuel efficiency. Tesla has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, depreciation, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered.

Polestar versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Tesla has lower used vehicle starting prices in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Tesla models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons.

Polestar versus Tesla: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Polestar vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Polestar offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons.

Polestar versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Over 1 comparisons, Polestar and Tesla vehicles tie for safety. Tesla shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Tesla has the better car ranking in 1 category: Model 3 in Safest Electric Cars.

Available Body Styles: Polestar offers only 1 sedan. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.

Drivetrain Options: Polestar offers 1 electric vehicle. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.

Polestar offers 1 all-wheel-drive model and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.