2024 Polestar 2

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Polestar has made significant updates to the 2024 2, increasing range and power and improving the vehicle's technology features. Sporty performance continues to be a draw as well. But the car's high price diminishes overall value.Read full review

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2024 Polestar 2 Review

byJared Gall^{Correspondent
Jared Gall started his career in the auto industry in 2001 with an internship at Car and Driver. He has written and edited many thousands of car reviews, technological deep-dives, industry analyses, and personality profiles. He is a correspondent at Edmunds and still has the 1969 Chevrolet C20 he dragged out of his parents' barn and drove until Car and Driver started giving him cars to evaluate.}

rating written byReese Counts^{Vehicle Test Editor
Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.}

Pros

Quick acceleration
Pleasing balance of sharp handling and a comfortable ride
Stylish interior

Cons

Not much interior storage space for small items
New brand with unknown track record

What's new

More range and power for single- and dual-motor variants
Single-motor trim capable of faster DC charging
Single-motor models are now rear-wheel-drive
Part of the first Polestar 2 generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Polestar is Volvo's electric sub-brand, which means the Polestar 2 shares a lot with the Volvo XC40 Recharge electric SUV. (Polestar calls it the 2 because it's the brand's second vehicle; guess what they named the third one?) The proportions toe the line between car and crossover, and Polestar doesn't help clear up the confusion, calling its compact five-seat 2 a "liftback." That's a self-conscious word for a hatchback with sloping rear glass — similar to what Audi calls a Sportback.

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Polestar 2 EV Insights

Trim:

2 Long Range Single Motor

Range

edmunds TESTED

362 miles

Edmunds Tested Range^{Edmunds begins with a full battery charge and drives the vehicle on a mix of city and highway roads (approximately 60% city, 40% highway) until the battery is almost entirely empty. (We target 10 miles of remaining range for safety.) The miles traveled and the indicated remaining range are added together for the Edmunds Tested Range figure.}

EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 308 miles after 8 years.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

Estimated range map^{This map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Ashburn, Virginia. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | Leaflet} from

Charging

SAE Combo^{Standard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.}

Plug Type

8 hrs

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According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

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Cost to Drive

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Edmunds spotlight: More power, more range

Polestar made significant changes last year and it's doing the same for 2024. The most affordable 2 now has its single motor mounted on the rear axle instead of the front, and its battery pack grows from 78 kWh to 82 kWh. Dual-motor models keep the 78-kWh pack. New electric motors are both more powerful and more efficient; output for the single-motor rises from 231 horsepower and 243 lb-ft of torque to 299 hp and 361 lb-ft. The dual-motor now makes 421 hp and 546 lb-ft, up from 408 hp and 467 lb-ft. Range increases for the Polestar 2 too. The EPA rates the single-motor at a max 320 miles versus the 2023 model's max of 270 miles, while the dual-motor tops out at 276 miles, up from 260 miles.

Competitors to consider

Its high-riding stance puts the Polestar 2's silhouette between the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. Depending on equipment levels and drivetrains, it can line up against a variety of other EVs, from the Hyundai Ioniq 5 to the Subaru Solterra/Toyota bZ4X twins, and from the Kia EV6 to the BMW i4. Whew. That's a lot of desirable vehicles.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

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8.0

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Performance

8.5/10

How does the 2 drive? We tested a dual-motor Polestar 2 with the optional Performance Pack. At the Edmunds test track, it sprinted from zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, making it one of the quicker EVs in its class. There's plenty of power available, so you'll never be left wanting on a highway entrance ramp or when passing slow-moving traffic.

The Performance Pack adds a bit more horsepower as well as Öhlins dampers, Brembo brakes, 20-inch wheels and some sweet-looking gold seat belts. The dampers are manually adjustable, so you (or your Polestar service center) can dial in your preferred settings. The suspension does a good job of hiding the car's sizable weight, keeping body roll and brake dive in check.

Braking performance itself was solid, with short, consistent stops at our test track and smooth braking on the street. We found the pedal itself a bit stiff, but actual stopping power was never in doubt. The Polestar 2 allows for full one-pedal driving. The steering effort is light, which makes the car easy to park but saps some of the fun from the driving experience.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the 2? Polestar has done an excellent job of making the 2 comfortable. The ride is compliant without being overly soft, even with the Performance Pack's sport-tuned Öhlins dampers and 20-inch wheels. The front seats have enough cushioning and support to make long drives comfortable, though we found the upholstery doesn't breathe well unless you opt for the pricey leather upholstery. It's quiet, too, with only a mild amount of wind and road noise apparent at highway speeds.

All Polestar 2 models come standard with dual-zone automatic climate control, and our test vehicle was equipped with heated front and rear seats. Cars with leather upholstery also get ventilated front seats. The climate control system works quickly to heat or cool the cabin.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The Polestar 2 uses a Google-based touchscreen interface that's reliable and easy to use. Most of the other controls are straight from sister company Volvo and require some time to get familiar with. That includes the window switches, steering wheel and turn signal stalks. The steering wheel controls in particular can be cumbersome as it's not immediately obvious what many of the buttons actually control or adjust.

The Polestar 2 isn't a large car, but it provides a decent amount of space for both front and rear passengers. The car's small size makes getting in and out of tight parking spots relatively easy, though we wish the doors opened a bit wider for easier entry and exit. Visibility is aided by relatively large side windows and mirrors. The rear window is narrow, however, so we're thankful for the standard surround-view camera system. That said, the resolution from the cameras is lacking compared to what you get with a Tesla or BMW.

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Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The Polestar's tech has improved since it launched thanks to a handful of over-the-air updates. The 2 now includes Android Auto in addition to Apple CarPlay, though neither is wireless. A wireless charging pad is standard, as are four USB-C charging ports. The Google-backed infotainment system uses apps like Google Maps for navigation and Google Assistant for voice commands. Both are excellent, especially if you log in with a Google account. Voice commands can be used for everything from navigation to climate control to checking the weather.

Polestar includes a decent number of standard driver aids like blind-spot warning and parking sensors. Our test vehicle was optioned with Polestar's Pilot Pack, which adds adaptive cruise control, a lane keeping system and more. We found the features generally work well, without excessive braking or accelerating with adaptive cruise control and no real false alarms with the emergency braking system.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? The Polestar 2 has both a hatchback-style trunk and a very small front trunk. The rear cargo area seems larger than its official 14.2-cubic-foot capacity would suggest and the hatchback-style opening makes loading cargo fairly easy. The 60/40-split folding seats open up the area further. Still, you'll get more space from comparable SUVs such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ford Mustang Mach-E. The Polestar 2 does have a 2,000-pound factory tow rating, which isn't a lot of weight, but some rivals aren't rated to tow anything.

Small-item storage isn't so great. The center battery tunnel cuts into space that would otherwise be for small-item storage. Cupholders are concealed under a sliding and folding armrest, so you have to choose between drinks or an elbow rest. Most other cubbies are modestly sized. Got kids? The rear seat has Isofix anchor points located under plastic tabs. Most child safety seats should fit OK, though installing a rear-facing seat will limit how far back you can scoot the front seats.

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Range and Efficiency

7/10

How are the range and efficiency? The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor, which is what we tested, gets an EPA-estimated range of 276 miles for a standard model with 19-inch wheels to 247 miles for models with the Performance Pack. Our test vehicle was so equipped, but we managed to exceed the EPA estimate in the Edmunds EV Range Test. We drove 268 miles on a single charge, and our consumption figure of 32 kWh of electricity used for every 100 miles of driving matched the EPA's estimate. Overall, the Polestar 2's range should be enough for many people but know that you can get even more range from a Tesla Model 3 or Hyundai Ioniq 6.

Value

7.5/10

Is the 2 a good value? Polestar borrows a lot from sister company Volvo, giving it a distinctly European look and feel. The interior is stylish and simple, though the sea of black surfaces can be a bit drab after a while. The materials, even the plastic bits, feel premium, but improvements in rivals no longer make the Polestar a standout. Pricing undercuts some other luxury EVs like the BMW i4 M50, but the Polestar's price is a lot more than the Tesla Model 3's.

Part of that premium price does include a decent warranty and some other ownership benefits. Polestar's four-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and eight-year/100,000-mile battery warranty are pretty standard for the class. Polestar also includes roadside assistance for four years/50,000 miles and three years/30,000 miles of service visits.

Wildcard

8.5/10

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor, particularly with the Performance Pack, can be a good bit of fun to drive. The Dual Motor's torque makes it feel quick everywhere, and the adjustable suspension does an excellent job of keeping body motions in check. It feels like a proper sport sedan, giving you enough engagement to feel fun without horribly sacrificing comfort or drivability. We just wish it did more to stand out. The 2 is a handsome car, but the subtle badging makes it look a bit like a Volvo without logos rather than a distinct model.

Which 2 does Edmunds recommend?

Polestar offers both the single- and dual-motor 2s in either base form or with a Plus package. Its longer range and faster DC charging capability make the Long Range Single Motor our choice, and a minimal upcharge for the additional comfort and safety features makes the Pilot package a no-brainer.

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Polestar 2 models

Polestar somewhat misleadingly labels all 2024 Polestar 2 trim levels, both the single-motor and dual-motor configurations, as "long range." There is no shorter- or standard-range option. So don't read that phrase and think you overlooked something. You did not.

Long Range Single Motor
The entry-level version of the Polestar 2 includes the following standard equipment:

Single electric motor
Rear-wheel drive
82-kWh battery pack
EPA-estimated 320 miles of driving range
11-kW onboard charger
DC fast-charging capability (up to 205 kW)
Adjustable one-pedal drive (releasing the accelerator brakes the car to a stop)
19-inch wheels
LED headlights
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
Keyless entry and starting
Vegan interior with textile upholstery and floor mats
Dual-zone climate control
Heated front seats
Power liftgate
Four USB-C ports
11.2-inch infotainment screen
Navigation
Bluetooth
Google built-in infotainment system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Wireless charging

Every Polestar 2 comes with a comprehensive suite of advanced driver assist systems, including:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
Rear cross-traffic warning (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your path while you're in reverse)
Surround-view camera (gives you a top-down view of the 2 and its surroundings in tight parking situations)
Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
Rear automatic braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)

Several option packages are available to upgrade the Polestar 2 with additional equipment:

Plus Pack

Heat pump to improve driving range in cold climates
Upgraded interior lighting
WeaveTech vegan synthetic leather upholstery
Wood interior trim
Power front seats
Panoramic sunroof
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel
Heated windshield washer jets
Digital key (allows you to use a paired smartphone as the vehicle's key)
13-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system

Pilot Pack

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Polestar 2 and the car in front)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Emergency braking system (detects an unresponsive driver and brings the vehicle to a stop)
Adaptive headlights with Pixel LED technology (swivel with a turn of the steering wheel to better illuminate curves)
Cornering LED foglights

An optional Tow package brings the Polestar 2's maximum towing capacity to 2,000 pounds.

Long Range Dual Motor
In addition to all of the standard equipment from the Single Motor, the more powerful 2 also includes the Pilot pack. Otherwise, the only differences are in the battery and motors:

78-kWh battery pack
Dual electric motors (421 hp, 546 lb-ft)
All-wheel drive
EPA-estimated 276 miles of range
DC fast-charging capability (up to 155 kW)

In addition to the Plus Pack, the dual-motor Polestar 2 is available with a significant improvement in performance:

Performance Pack

Software upgrade good for 455 hp and 546 lb-ft of torque
20-inch forged aluminum wheels
Performance tires
Sport suspension tuning with manually adjustable dampers
Brembo four-piston brakes with ventilated and drilled front discs
Gold exterior and interior accents

Polestar 2 Reviews

Owner Reviews

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2021 Polestar 2 Launch Edition 4dr Hatchback AWD (electric DD)

5000 trouble free miles 4 months into ownership. Love the Android OS. Great acceleration and handling. Don't need to pay attention to a center tablet with many sub-menus ala Tesla. Voice control and recognition is about flawless. Interior with Nappa leather is a great place to be. Performance pack allows you to manually adjust the Ohlins Dampers from comfort to track. Breaks on …

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New Polestar 2 Review & First Look — 2021 Polestar 2 EV Price, Release Date, Interior Vs. Tesla

NOTE: This video is about the 2021 Polestar 2, but since the 2024 Polestar 2 is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

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2024 Polestar 2 Features & Specs

Type:

Hatchback

Trim:

Long Range Single Motor

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$49,900
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	Not available Based on income
Engine Type	Electric
Edmunds Tested Electric Range	362 miles vs EPA Range 320 miles
Cost to Drive	$55/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	8.0 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles
EV Battery Warranty	8 years / 100,000 miles

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Polestar 2 vs. Kia EV6

Kia took a surprisingly sporty route with the EV6, which offers up to 576 horsepower in the all-wheel-drive GT trim. It'll accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds, but the EV6 GT starts north of $60,000 and is only good for 206 miles per EPA estimates. Saner rear-wheel-drive trims are closer to the Polestar 2 both in range (up to 310 miles) and price.

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Polestar 2 vs. Tesla Model 3

Polestar may be a new brand, but its ties to Volvo are reassuring when it comes to reliability and longevity — especially compared to Tesla's inconsistent build quality. The Model 3's price of entry is significantly lower than the Polestar 2's, although there is a commensurate range penalty. Still, Tesla's ample storage space and available self-driving tech make it a practical choice.

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Polestar 2 vs. BMW i4

Many carmakers are getting adventurous with EV styling because of the ease of packaging electrical components relative to internal combustion engines. But the BMW i4 just looks weird — because that's what modern BMWs do. At least it's familiar — and that applies to the interior, too. It's just as luxurious as any other 4 Series interior. You may not have guessed from looking at it, but the i4 is what Polestar would call a liftback too.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite 2 safety features:

Pilot Assist adaptive cruise control: Maintains speed and preset distance from the vehicle in front, providing braking and steering support at speeds up to 80 mph.
Blind-spot information system with steer assist: Alerts you to vehicles in a blind spot and helps avoid potential collisions by steering the car back into its own lane.
Oncoming lane mitigation: Helps you avoid an oncoming collision at up to 37 mph by automatically steering the car back into the lane if the road's center marking is crossed.

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	5 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	8.3%

2024 Polestar 2 First Impressions

byCarrie Kim

•4/25/2023 (updated 9/06/2023)

What is the Polestar 2?

Polestar is the all-electric offshoot brand from Volvo, and the 2 shares much of its EV tech and underpinnings with the Volvo XC40 Recharge SUV. As a "liftback" — the sophisticated alias for a hatchback that looks like a sedan — the Polestar 2 is the brand's smallest car and has served as a viable alternative to the Tesla Model 3 since it debuted for 2020.

For 2024, the Polestar 2 got a host of updates that have the potential to move this stylish EV closer to the top of many buyers' shopping lists. More range, quicker charging and drastic powertrain changes were exactly what the Polestar 2 needed to better stand out against the Model 3 as well as other popular EVs such as the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Kia EV6.

How much power does the Polestar 2 have?

Changes to the 2024 Polestar 2 are big, and the biggest one of all is under the hood ... or more accurately, the trunk. Just like before, the Polestar will be offered with two powertrain configurations: single-motor and dual-motor. Only now, the single-motor version will have rear-wheel drive (RWD) instead of front-wheel drive (FWD). The switch from FWD to RWD should give the single-motor Polestar 2 a sportier feel when driving around corners.

There's also more power for 2024. The single-motor Polestar 2 makes 299 horsepower and produces 361 lb-ft of torque. That's more than last year's output of 231 hp and 243 lb-ft of torque. Next, sacrificing a bit of range for driving dynamics and performance, the dual-motor all-wheel-drive Polestar 2 ramps up to 421 hp and 546 lb-ft. For the true thrill-seekers, the Performance pack is available for the dual-motor all-wheel-drive variant, boosting horsepower to 455 hp and torque to 546 lb-ft.

What about range and charging?

Polestar says the single-motor 2 will be good for an EPA-estimated range of 320 miles on a full charge, which is a big jump from last year's 270-mile estimate. Dual-motor versions get a bump to 276 miles from 260 miles last year.

The Polestar 2 can use AC Level 2 charging points up to 11 kW. Both single- and dual-motor versions will take about eight hours to charge back to 100% using this method. Single-motor variants can go from 10% to 80% capacity using up to a 205-kW DC fast charger in just 28 minutes, and the dual-motor versions will take 34 minutes using up to a 155-kW DC fast charger to do the same. These times are decent, though the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6 and Tesla Model 3 are all capable of quicker DC charging.

How does the Polestar 2 drive?

The Polestar 2 has always been sporty, the new updates for 2024 further solidify its status as a driver's EV. As you'd expect, the new rear-wheel-drive configuration has changed the feel behind the wheel significantly, but the surprise is in its refinement and maturity. Most EVs have plenty of power, but the Polestar 2 delivers it in a delightfully unique, mature and measured way.

Mature? Yes. Dull? Absolutely not. It's quick, but far from irresponsible. If you really want to fall in love, swipe right and check out the dual-motor all-wheel-drive version. It's an exhilarating car to drive and sure to hold your attention, especially when you spring for the optional Performance pack. Its handling and performance chops will satiate an enthusiast's appetite in a way most cars don't, and there's something intangible about the driving experience that the numbers just don't communicate. Simply put, it's pure pleasure to drive.

How comfortable is the Polestar 2?

Comfort isn't lacking whatsoever, but it won't be among the first associations with the Polestar 2. The Polestar 2 was never intended to be a cushy sedan, and its performance-associated firmness may take some getting used to. In particular, the cockpit feel of the driver's seat is tight; the large center console is tall and bulky and can make things feel a bit claustrophobic. But after putting in several hours with the car, I found the tightness melted away and the cocoon of the cockpit actually began to feel comforting. I loved the seats, especially the ventilated seats available with the Plus pack that kept me cool under the massive sunroof.

How's the Polestar 2's interior?

The Polestar 2's interior is textbook Scandinavian — modern, clean, minimal and stylish. It feels upscale, without the fussiness. The full-length panoramic roof is particularly key in keeping the cabin feel open and airy (it will cost you extra, though). A pleasing combination of buttons and knobs still exist in the Polestar 2 for various controls even though a sleek tablet-style display can be found in the center stack. A separate driver's display screen also exists in the instrument cluster with driving information.

How's the Polestar 2's tech?

Although abundant, the wonderful thing about the Polestar 2's tech is that it's not overwhelming. Akin to its simple, clean interior, the infotainment and safety technology is straightforward and intuitive. Polestar's tech game has always been strong — this was the first car to feature Google built-in, which seamlessly integrates your car's environment with the familiar Google interface we've all come to know and love. (Don't worry, — if you're not a fan of the Android OS, Apple CarPlay is still available.) You can access all of your Google Maps, Assistant, music and more while navigating a familiar interface. But the Polestar 2 also has heaps of driver assistance aids and safety features as well.

Standard safety tech includes the Polestar 2's SmartZone. This front grille area houses a camera and radar to help mitigate dangerous situations on the road, detect other cars and pedestrians, and assist in bad weather or compromised visibility conditions. Lane keeping assistance and blind-spot detection are also standard. However, most advanced driver safety tech features have been reserved for the Pilot pack. To take advantage of adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and a rear collision warning and mitigation system, you'll need to pony up for the $2,000 upgrade.

Edmunds says

The updates to the 2024 Polestar 2 are significant. Already an attractive EV with loads of tech and driving personality, the Polestar 2 now goes further, charges quicker and is more efficient than before. We think these updates were definitely worth the wait and this is the Polestar 2 to get.

byCarrie Kim

•4/25/2023 (updated 9/06/2023)

What is the Polestar 2?

The Polestar 2 is the company's smallest car in a lineup that continues to grow with more all-electric offerings. For 2024, the EV hatchback gets a host of changes starting with a fresh design and some big powertrain tweaks to keep it competitive.

Just like before, the Polestar will be offered with two powertrain configurations: single motor and dual motor. Only this time around, the single-motor version will have rear-wheel drive instead of front-wheel drive, making it a potentially better driver's car. The single motor can also eke out a bit more range, and Polestar expects an EPA-estimated range of up to 300 miles. Polestar also increased the charging rate, which is now up to 220 kW.

For those willing to trade range for more power, the dual-motor Polestar 2 packs 421 horsepower and 546 lb-ft of torque. This is enough to scoot the EV to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds. With an estimated range of 270 miles, it can still travel plenty far for most people. If you desire even more performance goodies, Polestar is planning a limited run of the BST Edition 230.

Inside, the Polestar 2 features a lovely modern interior with matte wood options and soft vegan seating materials. While the infotainment system has a somewhat confusing layout, the Google integration makes for easy navigation, among other solid features.

The 2024 Polestar 2 stacks up nicely against its chief rival, the Tesla Model 3. Other Edmunds' favorites include the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6 and the Ford Mustang Mach-E. We expect to drive and review the revised Polestar 2 later this year.

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Is the Polestar 2 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 2 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.0 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 2 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 32 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the 2 has 15.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Polestar 2. Learn more

What's new in the 2024 Polestar 2?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Polestar 2:

More range and power for single- and dual-motor variants
Single-motor trim capable of faster DC charging
Single-motor models are now rear-wheel-drive
Part of the first Polestar 2 generation introduced for 2021

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Is the Polestar 2 reliable?

To determine whether the Polestar 2 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the 2. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the 2's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Polestar 2 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Polestar 2 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 2 and gave it a 8.0 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 2 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 32 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 2 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Polestar 2?

The least-expensive 2024 Polestar 2 is the 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor 4dr Hatchback (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $49,900.

Other versions include:

Long Range Single Motor 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $49,900
Long Range Single Motor Plus 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) which starts at $52,100
Long Range Dual Motor 4dr Hatchback AWD (electric DD) which starts at $55,300
Long Range Dual Motor Plus 4dr Hatchback AWD (electric DD) which starts at $57,500
Long Range Dual Motor Performance Plus 4dr Hatchback AWD (electric DD) which starts at $63,000

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What are the different models of Polestar 2?

If you're interested in the Polestar 2, the next question is, which 2 model is right for you? 2 variants include Long Range Single Motor 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), Long Range Single Motor Plus 4dr Hatchback (electric DD), Long Range Dual Motor 4dr Hatchback AWD (electric DD), and Long Range Dual Motor Plus 4dr Hatchback AWD (electric DD). For a full list of 2 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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