The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024) is an all-electric all-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2023 replacing the older Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2023). Brand new, the car starts around €52,275.
The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024) has a 82 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 482 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 16.4 kWh per 100 km (or 164 Wh/km) — ranked №140 out of 667 electric vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?
The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024) is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 314 kW (421 hp) of power and 740 Nm of torque.
This enables a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 4.5 seconds (ranked №143 out of 667 electric vehicles) and a top speed of 205 km/h.
How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?
The estimated How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range? for Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024) falls between 434–530 km, ranking it №140 out of 667 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:
Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.
These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.
What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?
The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024) in Europe comes with a CCS Type 2 charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11 kW, resulting in approximately 60 km of range added per hour of charging.
For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 205 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.
How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?
Here are the dimensions and weight for the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024):
Length: 4606 mm
Width: 1985 mm (including side mirrors) or 1859 mm (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 1479 mm
Wheelbase: 2735 mm (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 2100 kg (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 (2024), you'll find 407 litres of storage space (ranked №382 out of 667 electric vehicles).
Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 1097 litres (ranked №443 out of 667 electric vehicles).
Frunk capacity: The front trunk is called a "frunk", and it offers an additional 33 litres for storing small items.
Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?
The Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor (2024) can safely tow up to 1500 kg, provided that the trailer has its own braking system.