Polestar 2 LR Dual Motor (2023)

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2023 - 2023
Price USA (used)
Estimated pre-owned price
$38,992
In 2023 this car was replaced by: Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024)

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Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023)

Technical Specifications of Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023)

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2023 - 2023
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
China
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
Liftback Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023)

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
260 mi
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
303 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
29 kWh 290 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
78 kWh 75 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
11 kW 150 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CCS Type 1
CCS Type 1 charge port

Performance

Drive Type
PMSM: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor. IM: AC Induction Motor
AWD: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor
Total power and torque of the car's electric motor(s)
Power
Torque
304 kW (408 hp) 487 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
4.5 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
127 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
181.3 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
78.1 in 73.2 in
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
58.3 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
107.7 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
4650 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
14.3 ft3 38.7 ft3 1.2 ft3
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
2000 lb
Last Updated:
May 14, 2024
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Charging Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023)

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

Last Updated:
May 14, 2024
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About Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023)

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) is an all-electric all-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2023 replacing the older Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor. Polestar stopped making the LR Dual Motor (2023) in 2023 and replaced it with the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024). You can still find Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) on the used car market, with prices starting around $38,992.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) has a 78 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 259 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 29 kWh per 100 miles (or 290 Wh/mile) — ranked №271 out of 667 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 4.5 seconds (placing it at №166 among 667 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 127 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 304 kW (408 hp) and a torque of 487 lb-ft.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Real-world range of the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) is 233–285 miles (ranked №271 out of 667 electric vehicles) — depending on several factors, including:

  • Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
  • Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
  • Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
  • Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

Plan your trips using the EV Navigation interactive map.

What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) in the USA is equipped with a CCS Type 1 charging port. You can charge it conveniently at home using a standard outlet, or utilize any public AC charging station with the appropriate cable. However, the car's built-in charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging speed to 11 kW, which translates to roughly 34 miles of range added per hour.

For faster charging, use DC fast-charging stations. The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) supports a maximum DC charging rate of 150 kW, but it's important to note that battery temperature and current charge level can affect the actual charging speed you'll experience.

To estimate charging time, rate, and cost, you can use Green Cars Compare Charging Calculator.

How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) are as follows:

  • Length: 181.3 in
  • Width: 78.1 in (including side mirrors) or 73.2 in (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 58.3 in
  • Wheelbase: 107.7 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 4650 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Behind the rear seats of the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023), you'll find 14.3 cubic feet of storage space (ranked №419 out of 667 electric vehicles).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 38.7 cubic feet (ranked №443 out of 667 electric vehicles).

Frunk capacity: The front trunk is called a "frunk", and it offers an additional 1.2 cubic feet for storing small items.

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) has a towing capacity (braked) of up to 2000 lbs (maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes).

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Similar Range

EPA
WLTP (TEL)
  1. 259 mi -0.4% Tesla Model S 75D

Similar Performance

0-60 mph
Torque
Power
  1. 487 lb-ft 0% Tesla Model X 90D
  2. 487 lb-ft 0% Tesla Model S 85D
  1. 417 hp +2.2% Tesla Model X 90D

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