MPGTerminal
73/100
2026Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDElectricity

2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (21 Inch Wheels)

EPA ID: 50233
105
City MPG
97
Combined MPG
97MPG· Excellent
89
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (21 Inch Wheels) achieves an EPA-estimated 97 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 105 MPG in the city and 89 MPG on the highway.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $800, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $6,750 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeElectricity
EngineN/A
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions0 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score10/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$800
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $6,750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
97.1
Impact vs EPA
$0
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

⚡ EV Climate Range Simulator

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Battery Efficiency
100%
Est. Real Range*
216 mi
*Assumes 75kWh pack

EV / PHEV Intel

Powertrain TypeElectricity
MPGe Combined97
B

Range Anxiety Index: Low Anxiety

Solid daily driver. Requires planning for inter-city travel.

Estimated EPA Range: ~216 miles

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$570/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$18,900
55.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$4,000
11.7%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$10,875
31.8%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.2%
Total 5-Year Cost$34,175

Recall Intelligence

✓ No recalls have been issued for this vehicle configuration.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$800
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $6,750

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City105 MPG
Highway89 MPG
Combined97 MPG

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.