2026 Polestar 3
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed fell from 78 in 2025 to 0 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 800–1,000 | 800–950 | |
| Combined MPGe | 77–95 | 81–97 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 81–105 / 73–86 | 85–105 / 76–89 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 78 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Polestar 3 have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Polestar 3 get?
EPA rates it 81–97 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Polestar 3?
EPA estimates $800–$950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 95 MPGe | 84 MPGe | 90 MPGe | $850 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 85 MPGe (low) | 76 MPGe (low) | 81 MPGe (low) | $950 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 85 MPGe (low) | 76 MPGe (low) | 81 MPGe (low) | $950 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 102 MPGe | 88 MPGe | 95 MPGe | $800 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 105 MPGe (high) | 89 MPGe (high) | 97 MPGe (high) | $800 (low) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.