Polestar’s large electric SUV, the Polestar 3, has set a Guinness World Record for the longest distance covered by an electric SUV on a single charge, recording 935.44km.
The attempt used a production-standard Long range Single motor version and was completed in 22 hours 57 minutes in mixed weather, including rain.
Energy use averaged 12.1 kWh/100km over the run. Professional efficiency drivers Sam Clarke, Kevin Booker and Richard Parker rotated every three hours to maintain consistency and alertness.
According to Polestar, the 3 equalled its WLTP range rating of 706km with about 20% battery still available, then continued a further 12.8km after the display showed 0% before reaching a charger and stopping.
The SUV was unmodified for the attempt. It ran on standard 20-inch wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 EV tyres. The AA provided support throughout.
Guinness World Records adjudicator Paulina Sapinska oversaw the effort.
Verification evidence was supplied and independently documented by Webfleet, and included continuous video, odometer readings, GPS traces and battery state-of-charge logs.
Polestar CEO Michael Lohscheller said the recognition adds a milestone to the model’s launch.
Polestar UK managing director Matt Galvin pointed to the result as evidence of recent gains in EV range for larger premium SUVs.
The record highlights the growing capability of production EVs to deliver extended single-charge distances in real-world conditions.
Beyond its headline figure, the attempt underlines the importance of efficient driving, stable conditions and independent verification in range claims, with the use of a showroom-spec vehicle and standard tyres removing variables that could distort the outcome.
