Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the DS N8 FWD Long Range was announced in December 2024. At its core, it features a 97.2 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 750 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Front-wheel drive 206 kW (280 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.8 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph).
On the other hand, the Polestar 3 Rear Motor was officially introduced in 2025. It is powered by a 92 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 604 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-wheel drive 245 kW (333 hp), enabling an acceleration of 6.5 sec 0-100 km/h (6.3 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 75000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | December 2024 | 2025 |
| Release date | June 2025 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 206 kW (280 hp) | Rear-wheel drive 245 kW (333 hp) |
| Torque | 343 Nm (253 lb-ft) | 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7.8 sec 0-100 km/h | 6.5 sec 0-100 km/h (6.3 sec 0-60 mph) |
| Top speed | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 97.2 kWh usable | 92 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (800V type) |
| Driving range | 750 km | 604 km |
| Consumption | 12.9 kWh/100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, Type 2 22 kW | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 200 kW max, 20-80% in 27 min | CCS 310 kW, 10-80% in 22 min |
| Additional | V2L 3.3 kW | V2G Plug-and-charge ready |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV coupe, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4834 x 1920 x 1574 mm (190.3 x 75.6 x 62.0 in) | - |
| Weight | 2180 kg unladen | - |
| Wheels size | R19, R20, R21 | R21, R22 |
| Trunk volume | 620 l | - |
| Front trunk | No | Yes |
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Display
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| Center screen | 16" touchscreen | 14.5" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10.25 | 9" |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated/cooled front seats with massage, heated and ventilated/cooled rear seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof | Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, front/reversing camera, Park Assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | - | Three-zone air conditioning |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, center, rear, head airbag system | 9 airbags: side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Radars, multiple cameras, 12 sensors. Extended Emergency Braking System with pedestrian and cyclist recognition (up to 300m ahead), Active Safety Brake, Lane Keeping Assist, Active Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Active Blind Spot Detection, Extended Traffic Sign Recognition, High Beam Assist, Night Vision with infrared camera, DS PIXELVISION (up to 400m), Driver Attention Alert (with infrared camera), Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Wrong Pedal Prevention | 1 LiDAR, 5 radars, 5 cameras, 2 interior cameras, 12 sensors. Lane Keeping Aid, Blind Spot alert, Collision risk warning, Rear Cross traffic alert, Driver Alert Control, Road Sign information, Active high beam, Emergency brake lights, Collision avoidance (incl. cyclists and pedestrians), Collision warning at night, Lane Departure Warning, oncoming traffic collision avoidance, Cross Traffic Alert with brake support, Post-Impact Braking |
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Misc
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| Price | - | 75000 USD |