Naturnest Polaris 3 Aluminum Wedge Rooftop Tent, Standard and XL

SKU: NN-POLARIS3

Naturnest Polaris 3 triangle rooftop tent opened on a vehicle roof rack

Naturnest Polaris 3 hardshell rooftop tent with aluminum shell and military green canvas

420D Oxford outer fabric and taped seam detail on the Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent

Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent fully opened with side window and extended rainfly at camp

Interior of the Polaris 3 rooftop tent showing the foam mattress, LED strip and storage pockets

Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent closed, viewed from the rear of the vehicle

Reinforced aluminum shell with die-cast alloy corners on the Naturnest Polaris 3

Retractable telescoping ladder mounted to the Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent

Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent dimension diagram for open and closed sizes

Naturnest Polaris 3 Aluminum Wedge Rooftop Tent, Standard and XL

SKU: NN-POLARIS3

$2,499.00

Polaris 3 (1.34m / 4.40ft)

Polaris 3 XL (1.45m / 4.76ft)

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$2,499.00

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Most wedge tents give you plenty of room at the head end and almost none at your feet. The Naturnest Polaris 3 fixes that. Its X-Hinge lifts the back of the lid as well as the front, so you get a real sitting-up space and room to move instead of a sloped ceiling you keep bumping into.

The Polaris 3 is an aluminum wedge rooftop tent with a reinforced shell, die-cast alloy corners and stainless steel hinge supports. Gas struts do the lifting, and Naturnest rate setup at under one minute. Inside, there is a double-layer canvas built to fight condensation, a three-layer sleep system, LED lighting, storage pockets and an AC port. Two luggage bars on the lid carry solar panels or extra gear, and a telescoping ladder with wide treads gets you in. It is rated for four seasons and comes in two widths: the Polaris 3 for two people and the Polaris 3 XL for two to three.

Check Your Roof Rack First

Load rating: your rack or crossbars need a dynamic load rating (the rating for when you are driving) above the tent's weight, with a safety margin on top. Naturnest list the tent at 185 lb (84 kg), and their spec sheet also shows 286.6 lb (130 kg), so plan for the higher figure until we confirm it for you.

Crossbar spacing: Naturnest's install guide calls for two crossbars at least 30 inches apart, lined up with the mounting track under the tent. They recommend T-slot aluminum racks.

Tell us your vehicle and current rack, or call 844-200-3979, and we will check the fit before you order.

Under 1 Min Setup Time

4 Season Rating

61.4" Open Height

2 or 2-3 Sleeps

What Sets This Wedge Roof Top Tent Apart

Naturnest Polaris 3 wedge rooftop tent open, showing the raised rear of the X-Hinge lid and extra headroom

X-Hinge Setup and Real Headroom

Unlatch it and the gas struts lift the lid for you. The X-Hinge is a scissor-style hinge that raises the tall end higher than a normal wedge hinge, and it raises the rear as well. The closed size and roof footprint stay the same as a regular wedge, but the ceiling stays high along more of the tent, and Naturnest say that adds up to 36% more interior volume than their standard Polaris. That means space to sit up and change, sort gear, or stretch out after a long day. The cross-braced hinge also helps the lid hold steady in wind and keeps fabric from snagging as it opens and closes.

Close-up of the die-cast alloy corner on the Naturnest Polaris 3 aluminum rooftop tent shell

Aluminum Shell With Die-Cast Corners

The top and bottom lids are reinforced aluminum, joined by precision-molded die-cast alloy corners instead of plastic. Naturnest chose die-cast because plastic joints can warp over time, and a warped corner is a weak point in the seal. Stainless steel hinge supports finish the frame. It is a tough, weather-ready shell that still keeps the tent manageable on the roof.

Naturnest Polaris 3 three-layer sleep system with high-density foam mattress, condensation mat and thermal layer

A Bed That Stays Dry and Warm

The sleep system stacks three layers: a high-density foam mattress with a quilted cover, an anti-condensation mat underneath to keep moisture off the base, and a thermal felt layer (Naturnest also call it a marine blanket) to hold warmth. It is the part of the tent that decides whether you wake up rested or damp, and on cold nights it makes a real difference.

AC port on the Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent for connecting a portable air conditioner hose

AC Port for Hot and Cold Trips

A dedicated port lets you run the hose from a portable air conditioner into the tent. If you have been looking for a rooftop tent air conditioner setup, this is the clean way to do it: cooler nights in summer, better airflow year round, and no hose squeezed through a half-zipped window.

Built-in storage pockets inside the Naturnest Polaris 3 rooftop tent holding a phone, keys and headlamp

Storage Pockets Where You Need Them

Built-in pockets keep your phone, keys, headlamp and other small gear organized and within reach. No digging through the bedding at 2 am to find your light, and the sleeping area stays clear.

Double-Layer Canvas Against Condensation

Condensation is the quiet problem with a lot of hard shell rooftop tents. The Polaris 3 pairs an outer layer of 420D waterproof, sun-resistant Oxford fabric with an inner layer of 310 g mildew-resistant, antibacterial polyester. The air gap between the two acts as insulation, so warm, damp air inside is less likely to turn into drips on the walls. Seams are taped, with an upgraded weather seal and extra waterproof tape at the hinge corners. One habit worth getting into: before you close the lid, check the fabric is sitting flat inside the seal channel so the seal compresses evenly.

Luggage Bars and a Better Ladder

Two luggage bars come with the tent and mount on the lid, giving you a base for solar panels or light gear on longer trips. The upgraded telescoping ladder has wide treads for surer footing, and it packs into its own storage bag when you are on the move.

Polaris 3 or Polaris 3 XL?

Both versions of this aluminum roof top tent share the same length, height and features. The XL is about 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) wider.

	Polaris 3	Polaris 3 XL
Sleeps	2 people	2-3 people
Size label	1.34 m / 4.40 ft	1.45 m / 4.76 ft
Closed size	91.54 x 55.51 x 8.27 in	91.54 x 59.65 x 8.27 in
Open size	92.72 x 55.51 x 61.42 in	92.72 x 59.65 x 61.42 in
Best for	Couples and solo travelers	Two adults plus a child or dog, or anyone who wants more elbow room

✓ Our Take on Sizing

If you ever camp with a kid or a dog, go XL. Those extra inches are hard to add later and easy to appreciate every night. If it is just the two of you and your vehicle is on the smaller side, the standard Polaris 3 keeps the footprint tighter.

Mounting and Installation

The Polaris 3 suits most trucks, SUVs and wagons with a properly rated roof rack or crossbars. On a pickup, a bed rack that meets the same load and spacing needs works too. The tent ships with an installation kit of mounting rods, hooks, brackets and hardware.

Confirm your rack's rating and crossbar spacing before the tent arrives.
Check the clearance under your bars. Some factory crossbars sit so close to the roof that the mounting hardware will not fit, and aftermarket crossbars are the fix.
Get a second person, or better two. Lifting a hard shell onto a roof is not a solo job.
Slide the mounting hardware into the tent's track, set it over your bars and tighten evenly.
Re-check the hardware after your first drive and periodically after rough trails.
Use guy ropes in strong wind. Naturnest recommend guying the tent out once sustained winds reach around 40 mph.

You can download the Naturnest installation and setup guide (PDF) to see the full process before you buy.

Specifications

Naturnest Polaris 3 aluminum rooftop tent dimensions, closed and open

Tent style	Hard shell wedge with X-Hinge, gas strut assisted
Sleeps	Polaris 3: 2 people. Polaris 3 XL: 2-3 people
Season rating	4 seasons
Setup time	Under one minute
Closed size	Polaris 3: 232.5 x 141 x 21 cm (91.54 x 55.51 x 8.27 in). XL: 232.5 x 151.5 x 21 cm (91.54 x 59.65 x 8.27 in)
Open size	Polaris 3: 235.5 x 141 x 156 cm (92.72 x 55.51 x 61.42 in). XL: 235.5 x 151.5 x 156 cm (92.72 x 59.65 x 61.42 in)
Weight	185 lb (84 kg) tent weight listed by Naturnest. A 286.6 lb (130 kg) figure is also listed, ask us to confirm
Mattress	High-density foam, 78.74 x 47.24 x 1.97 in (200 x 120 x 5 cm)
Shell	Aluminum alloy, black, with die-cast alloy corners
Frame	Lightweight aluminum, stainless steel hinge supports
Outer fabric	420D waterproof, sun-resistant Oxford plaid, military green
Inner fabric	310 g mildew-resistant, antibacterial polyester plaid
Sleep system	Foam mattress with quilted cover, anti-condensation mat, thermal felt layer
Interior	LED lighting, storage pockets, AC port
Ladder	Telescoping, wide treads, storage bag included
Roof gear	2 luggage bars with mounting brackets
Warranty	1 year from Naturnest

What's Included

Naturnest Polaris 3 or Polaris 3 XL rooftop tent with mattress and sleep system
Retractable telescoping ladder
Ladder storage bag
2 luggage bars
2 luggage bar mounting brackets
Installation kit: mounting rods and hooks, mounting brackets and hardware

Warranty

Naturnest cover the Polaris 3 for one year from purchase. If a part is defective, they will replace it at their discretion at no cost to you. Fitting the replacement part is up to you. Keep your proof of purchase, as it is needed for any claim through an authorized dealer.

The warranty does not cover UV damage to the fabric or shell, normal wear and cosmetic marks such as minor scratches, dents or vinyl window discoloration, damage from misuse or accidents, storm or wind damage, or unauthorized repairs and modifications.