It gives 100% of its interior to luggage, more than most cars give.
What actually fits in a 3
The biggest single change came in 2007: +2 cu ft against the 2006 car.
| What you are loading | How many fit | Each item |
|---|---|---|
| Checked suitcases | 2 | 27 × 21 × 14″ — 4.6 cu ft |
| Carry-on cases | 8 | 22 × 14 × 9″ — 1.6 cu ft |
| Grocery bags | 13 | about 1 cu ft each |
| Golf bags | 2 | full set, about 5 cu ft |
| Folded stroller | Fits | about 6 cu ft |
Cars with the same room
Against its closest rivals: the Tesla Model X has 26 cu ft, next to 17 cu ft for the 3. That makes the 3 the tightest of the two.
| Car | Load volume | vs Polestar 3 | Checked suitcases | Measured |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Caliber | -1 cu ft | 2 | 2012 | |
| Tesla Model X | +9 cu ft | 4 | 2016 | |
| Suzuki SX4 | -10 cu ft | 1 | 2013 | |
| Acura RDX | +11 cu ft | 4 | 2011 | |
| Kia Rondo | +15 cu ft | 5 | 2012 | |
| Subaru Forester | +17 cu ft | 5 | 2017 |
Trunk space is one number. Buying is a longer list.
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Frequently asked questions
How much cargo space does the Polestar 3 have?
17 cu ft behind the rear seats in the 2013 model.
Does the 3 have more cargo space than the Tesla Model X?
No: 17 cu ft against 26 cu ft for the 2016 Tesla Model X, about 9 cu ft less.
Has the 3's cargo area got bigger over the years?
Not much overall: 17 cu ft in 2004 and 17 cu ft in 2013, though it ranged from 17 to 19 cu ft in between.
Which cars have the same cargo room as the 3?
The closest by volume in the same body family are the Dodge Caliber (16 cu ft), Tesla Model X (26 cu ft) and Suzuki SX4 (7 cu ft), against 17 cu ft for the 3.
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