Polestar 2 LR Single Motor (2023)

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2023 -
Price USA (new)
Manufacturer's suggested base price
€49,975
Price USA (used)
Estimated pre-owned price
€49,950

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Currently Produced

Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023)

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

General Info

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

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
515 km
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
659 km 610 km
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 km
Wh/km
14.6 kWh 146 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
82 kWh 79 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 205 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CCS Type 2
CCS Type 2 charge port

Performance

Drive Type
PMSM: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor. IM: AC Induction Motor
RWD: PMSM
Motor
Total power and torque of the car's electric motor(s)
Power
Torque
220 kW (295 hp) 490 Nm
0-100 km/h
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
6.2 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)
1479 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
2000 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
407 l 1097 l 33 l
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
1500 kg
Last Updated:
July 02, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023)

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Charging Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023)

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Last Updated:
July 02, 2024
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About Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023)

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023) is an all-electric rear-wheel drive liftback. It came out in 2023 replacing the older Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2021). Brand new, the car starts around €49,975.

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023) has a 82 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 540 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 14.6 kWh per 100 km (or 146 Wh/km) — ranked №54 out of 667 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023) is equipped with a powertrain that delivers up to 220 kW (295 hp) of power and 490 Nm of torque.

This enables a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 6.2 seconds (ranked №307 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?

Real-world range of the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023) is 486–594 km (ranked №54 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.

For the 2024 model year, Polestar boosted the Polestar 2's WLTP-rated range by 5 km.

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

The Polestar 2 Long Range Single 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 68 km of range added per hour.

For faster charging, use DC fast-charging stations. The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023) supports a maximum DC charging rate of 205 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)?

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

  • 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: 2000 kg (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

The European version of the Polestar 2 features a frunk with a capacity of 41 liters.

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Behind the rear seats of the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (2023), you'll find 407 litres of storage space (ranked №383 out of 667 electric vehicles).

Folding down the rear seats expands the total cargo capacity to 1097 litres (ranked №447 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 Single Motor (2023) can safely tow up to 1500 kg, provided that the trailer has its own braking system.

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