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Polestar 2 2023
Carsguide Senior Journalist Tom White had this to say at the time: So do I have to eat my words? Is the Polestar 2 not as good as I originally thought, especially given how much the EV industry has evolved in the last few years? No way. I love this car, and was very sad to see it go. Yep, I’d part with my own money for one of these. It’s suited well to a keen driver, offers plenty of range, and comes with such neat Scando design. I also agree with its sustainable messaging.
You can read the full review here.This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the Polestar 2: Great to drive, Minimalist Scandinavian aesthetics, Big range
The 2023 Polestar 2 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Polestar 2 2023 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Polestar 2 Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Range Dual Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $68,420 | $78,650 | |
| Long Range Single Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $63,690 | $73,260 | |
| STD Range Single Motor 69KWH | Hatchback | — Electric 1 SP AUTO | $59,510 | $68,420 | |
Polestar 2 2023 Interior
The Polestar 2 has three choices of seat trim, with further colour choices for each type. The car's interior has a high proportion of recycled plastics, cloth trims, and materials other than synthetic leather throughout.
Polestar 2 2023 Colours
There are six colour choices in the Polestar 2 range, including silver, white, grey, bronze, blue and black.
- Magnesium
- Snow
- Thunder
- Jupiter
- Midnight
- Space
Polestar 2 2023 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2023 Polestar 2 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1859mm x 1479mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Polestar 2 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STD Range Single Motor 69KWH | Hatchback | 1479x1859x4606 mm | 151 mm | |
| Long Range Single Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | 1479x1859x4606 mm | 151 mm | |
| Long Range Dual Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | 1479x1859x4606 mm | 151 mm | |
Polestar 2 2023 Range
The entry-level Standard Range front-wheel drive Polestar 2 can travel up to 470km on a single charge, the mid-grade Long Range version can travel up to 540km on a single charge, while the all-wheel drive dual motor version can travel 480km on a single charge.
Polestar 2 2023 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Polestar 2 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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How to charge a Polestar 2 (how long, cost & how many kwh)?
There are three different ways to charge your Polestar two – two at home and one in public. The first involves a regular 240V wall socket, using a standard charging cable provided by Polestar. This will take roughly 34 hours at home for the 69kWh battery or 41 hours for the long-range 82kWh battery. Charging costs range between 21 to 36 cents per kWh on average but can vary depending on demand and which state you live in. Alternatively, owners can purchase an AC wall unit which on average costs between $800 to $2000, with additional charges for installation. An 11kW unit will fully charge a Polestar 2 with a 69kWh battery in seven hours, while the 82kWh unit will take eight hours. If the unit is hooked up to solar power, the cost can be free. Polestar owners can also access public DC fast-charging stations with the maximum output of 200kW. It will take 40 minutes to charge the 69kWh battery at this rate and 32 minutes on the 82kWh unit. Once again, charges depending on demand and where you’re charging, but as a general rule you should never pay more than $40 per charge.
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Polestar 2 2023 Boot Space
Boot space is 405 litres in the rear hatch, with an additional 41 litres under the bonnet.
Polestar 2 2023 Accessories
Standard equipment on every Polestar 2 includes 19-inch alloy wheels, cloth interior trim with heated front seats and four-way power adjust for the front occupants, dual-zone climate control, an 11.15-inch multimedia touchscreen with the always-online Android Automotive operating system, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, eight-speaker audio system, keyless entry and keyless ignition, LED headlights, as well as auto dimming rear vision mirror and wing mirrors.
Polestar 2 2023 Speed
The Polestar 2 can sprint from 0-100km/h as fast as 4.7 seconds for the dual-motor version, or 7.4 seconds for the single motor versions.
Polestar 2 2023 Towing capacity
The Polestar 2 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Polestar 2 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STD Range Single Motor 69KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
| Long Range Single Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
| Long Range Dual Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | 1500kg | |
Polestar 2 2023 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2023 Polestar 2 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
| Polestar 2 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STD Range Single Motor 69KWH | Hatchback | 245x45 R19 | — | 245x45 R19 | — | |
| Long Range Single Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | 245x45 R19 | — | 245x45 R19 | — | |
| Long Range Dual Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | 245x45 R19 | — | 245x45 R19 | — | |
Polestar 2 2023 Seats
The Polestar 2 is a five-seat proposition regardless of variant. Seat trim depends on which option pack is chosen, with a base cloth trim, a synthetic neoprene-style seat in Plus pack cars, or an optional Napa leather trim.
Polestar 2 2023 Engine
There are two motor layouts available in the Polestar 2 range. The single motor front-wheel drive variants are able to output 170kW/330Nm, while the dual motor all-wheel drive version can put down 300kW/660Nm.
Polestar 2 2023 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2023 Polestar 2 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Polestar 2 is available with the following fuel type: Electric.
| Polestar 2 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Range Dual Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Long Range Single Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| Long Range Single Motor 78KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| STD Range Single Motor 69KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |
| STD Range Single Motor 69KWH | Hatchback | Electric,1 SP AUTO | — | |