If you're shopping for a large electric SUV and you live anywhere near St. Petersburg or along the Gulf Coast, the Tesla Model X is likely on your radar. But the Polestar 3 delivers more for less, and comparing the two head-to-head only shows how much the Polestar EV brings to your Orlando and Clearwater, FL drives.
The numbers are clear. At $67,500, the Polestar 3 is a staggering $14,130 less than the Tesla Model X Long Range. That's enough to cover two years of charging. Even as you move thorugh the Polestar 3 lineup, you'll still find a luxury electric SUV that costs less than the Tesla Model X, while delivering nearly 500 horsepower, all-whele drive, and high-class luxury.
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The Tesla Model X still likes to make a scene. It's loud on paper, with big horsepower figures and brisk 0-60 times that give you that immediate, gratifying shove when you want it. Tesla's long-accepted approach is theatrical acceleration delivered with minimal fuss. The Polestar 3 plays a different game. Its dual-motor variants deliver strong, linear thrust, but the real point is how it carries itself: mass balanced, steering that tells you where the car is going, and a sense of composure that rewards sensible drivers rather than show-offs. If you crave the occasional ballistic blast, the Tesla will grin and oblige; if you prefer confidence and measured pace on every road, the Polestar will likely earn your respect.
On paper, Tesla tends to post the bigger range numbers (348 to 315), and that matters when you're planning a run up to Orlando or a long day on the Gulf Coast. But headline miles are only part of the story. Real-world range depends on speed and your driving style. With both models exceeding the critical 300-mile mark, both will be suited to your daily drives and even some longer road trips Tesla still has the edge for outright distance between charges. Still, Polestar 3 is tested in a range of conditions and leaves you with a more realistic estimate for day to day driving.
The Polestar 3 and Tesla Model X each sit in the midsize SUV category, but the Polestar 3 offers more nimble dimensions that make it easier to navigate through tight parking garages and city streets. Both offer standard seating for five with an optional third row, but the Polestar 3 is more carefully considered, with rear-facing child seats that make it more family-friendly.
The Polestar 3 interior is Scandinavian restraint done well, using tactile materials, generous seating, and a layout that quietly prioritizes the driver without needing to shout. It's a calm cabin for people who don't want every surface to scream futurism. Tesla, conversely, commits to minimalist screens and software-first operations; if you enjoy living inside a giant tablet, the Model X will be intoxicating. Both cabins have their virtues; while Polestar trades spectacle for substance, Tesla trades buttons for software conveniences.
Unfortunately, Tesla's direct sales setup means you won't often find special financing deals or a quality trade-in experience. At Polestar Tampa, you'll get both and more, with:
Polestar Tampa is ready to show you the Polestar 3 and all of our new Polestar EVs for sale near Orlando today. Not ready to buy new? Check out our pre-owned models and find an EV for your St. Petersburg, FL lifestyle. Either way, make the trip to our Tampa dealership to see all that Polestar has to offer.
