Gothenburg, Sweden – 9 October 2025 – Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) has reported robust global retail sales for the third quarter of 2025, underlining its continued momentum in the premium electric vehicle (EV) segment. With an estimated 14,192 cars delivered in Q3, the brand achieved a 13% increase compared to the same period in 2024. For the first nine months of the year, Polestar has sold approximately 44,482 vehicles, representing a remarkable 36% year-on-year growth.
Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar, reflected on the performance: “The third quarter saw continued growth, and we have now sold as many cars as in the whole of 2024. Despite continued external headwinds and challenging market conditions, our line-up and strong order intake provide a solid basis for growth in the fourth quarter.”
Global Sales Performance
| Period | Retail Sales | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | 14,192 | +13% |
| Q3 2024 | 12,548 | – |
| Q1–Q3 2025 | 44,482 | +36% |
| Q1–Q3 2024 | 32,595 | – |
Polestar will release selected third-quarter results and host an analyst conference call on 12 November 2025.
UK Market Leading the Charge
Polestar UK has continued to shine as the fastest-growing premium EV brand in the country, achieving record-breaking September sales of 2,758 vehicles. The brand’s rapid growth is underpinned by an expanding retail presence, with 14 Polestar Spaces now operating nationwide.
Matt Galvin, Polestar UK Managing Director, commented: “We continue to nurture our growth in the UK market through expansion of our retailer network. The introduction of Polestar 3 and 4 has really captured the interests of our customers – those searching for something with striking design and innovative technology.”
Galvin added that the latest Polestar 3 2026 model year, featuring 800-volt electrical architecture, enhances both performance and charging speed, giving customers a compelling reason to embrace Polestar as the UK’s premium EV choice.
Outlook
As Polestar moves into the final quarter of 2025, the combination of a diversified model lineup, strong customer interest, and expanding retail infrastructure positions the brand for continued growth. With momentum in key markets such as the UK and Europe, Polestar is well-placed to build on its record-breaking sales trajectory and reinforce its standing in the global premium EV market.
