Polestar 2 LR Performance (2021)

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2021 - 2023

Price USA (used) Estimated pre-owned price: €33,450

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In 2023 this car was replaced by: Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2023)

Currently Produced

SR Single Motor (2023) LR Single Motor (2023) LR Dual Motor (2024) LR Performance (2023)

Discontinued

LR Dual Motor (2020) SR Single Motor (2021) LR Single Motor (2021) LR Performance (2021) SR Single Motor (2022) LR Dual Motor (2023)

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Technical Specifications of Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021)

General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2021 - 2023

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place.

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

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA): 418 km

Range WLTP Range according to WLTP ratings. TEL: car in its lightest configuration. TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.: TEL

TEH

468 km No Data

Efficiency Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.: kWh/100 km

Wh/km

18.4 kWh 184 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 2

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

350 kW (469 hp) 680 Nm

0-100 km/h Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe): 4.4 s

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (maximum speed): 205 km/h

0.00 s

000 km/h

Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 4606 mm

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

1985 mm 1859 mm

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 1473 mm

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 2735 mm

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 2110 kg

Cargo Volume Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up). Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded). Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.: Trunk

Max

Frunk

405 l 1095 l 41 l

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: 1500 kg

Last Updated:

May 15, 2024

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Charging Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021)

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

CCS DC 100 kW

CCS DC 150 kW

CCS DC 200 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

CCS DC 250 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

CCS DC 350 kW

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

Last Updated:

May 15, 2024

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About Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021)

The Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) is an all-electric all-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2021. Polestar stopped making the LR Performance (2021) in 2023 and replaced it with the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2023). You can still find Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) on the used car market, with prices starting around €33,450.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) has a 78 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 408 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 18.4 kWh per 100 km (or 184 Wh/km) — ranked №287 out of 667 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds (ranked №131 out of 667 electric vehicles) and reach a top speed of 205 km/h.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 350 kW (469 hp) of power and 680 Nm of torque.

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

Real-world range of the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) is 367–449 km (ranked №287 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 Performance (2021) 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 54 km of range added per hour.

For faster charging, use DC fast-charging stations. The Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) 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)?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021):

Length: 4606 mm
Width: 1985 mm (including side mirrors) or 1859 mm (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 1473 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 Performance (2021) 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 41 litres dedicated to smaller items.

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

The Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021) can safely tow up to 1500 kg, provided that the trailer has its own braking system.