Polestar, the Swedish Electric Vehicle manufacturer, is making positive steps towards cleaner motoring. Its Polestar 2 is an affordable model offering a practical range within a luxury feeling package. During a period of abysmal weather, Luxurious Magazine tested the model and could not find anything negative about it.
The Golden hue of the Polestar 2 caught the sun's rays as it rose above dark clouds on the morning it arrived. The glow captured the beautiful lines of the car perfectly. It is a fantastic-looking vehicle that gets plenty of attention and compliments, showing Polestar has the external design right, which also flows through internally.
Although the look of the Polestar 2 is that of a saloon, it is a five-door hatchback, or, specifically, a Fastback, offering good space for its occupants and plenty of practicality. It comes in three versions, with the entry-level Standard Range Single Motor priced at just under £45,000 and features a 69kWh battery capable of up to 339 miles.
The Long Range Single Motor models get extra power, a larger 82kWh battery, and the range increases to 406 miles, which is outstanding for under £50,000. The Long Range, Dual Motor version has a motor at the front for all-wheel drive, increasing the power output to 416bhp and 740Nm of torque, but you lose out on the range, down to 368 miles.
The Polestar 2 has no trim levels; you can choose from three additional packs built on the bountiful standard equipment list. You get an 11.2-inch touchscreen featuring Google-powered infotainment software, a 12.3-inch digital driver's display, Apple CarPlay, a wireless charging pad, over-the-air (OTA) update capability, an extensive suite of safety systems and a 360-degree parking camera.
The Pilot pack had an additional autonomous safety kit and Pixel LED headlights, while the Plus pack has a heat pump, heated steering wheel, Harman Kardon audio system, and fixed panoramic sunroof. The Performance pack is only available on the Dual motor models pushing bhp up to 469, and you get upgraded Ohlins dampers, Brembo brakes and 20-inch alloy wheels.
The Polestar 2 lacks the visceral sounds and feel of a powerful ICE car but is still gratifying to drive and has scorching acceleration, which is always a buzz when you put your foot hard to the ground. Electric Vehicles EVs don't stimulate some senses but fully engage others when you choose to make the most of the powerful motors. It is certainly one reason to buy an electric vehicle over a conventionally powered car.