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 €39,990.
The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) has a 78 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 416 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 18 kWh per 100 km (or 180 Wh/km) — ranked №276 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 100 km/h acceleration in 4.7 seconds (placing it at №163 among 667 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 205 km/h.
Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 304 kW (408 hp) and a torque of 660 Nm.
How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) achieves a How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range? of 374–458 km, placing it at №276 among 667 electric vehicles. However, this range is subject to several influences:
Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.
It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.
What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?
The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) in Europe is equipped with a CCS Type 2 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 55 km 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 our Charging calculator.
How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) comes in the following dimensions:
Length: 4606 mm
Width: 1985 mm (including side mirrors) or 1859 mm (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 1482 mm
Wheelbase: 2735 mm (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 2110 kg (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?
The rear cargo area of the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023) provides 405 litres of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked №395 out of 667 electric vehicles).
Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of 1095 litres (ranked №395 out of 667 electric vehicles).
In addition, the car has a frunk, a front compartment with 35 litres dedicated to smaller 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 1500 kg (maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes).