Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor

Overview

The 2025 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is a seriously cool electric liftback blending Scandinavian chic with punchy performance and proper practicality. This rear-wheel drive variant is a sweet spot, offering an engaging drive and impressive range for your daily grind or weekend adventures. It’s a premium player that really stands out from the EV crowd. In Europe, expect to see new prices around €49,975, with used examples fetching about €43,990. This thing’s got style and substance!

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, this Polestar 2 continues to benefit from its recent major glow-up! The big news is the shift to rear-wheel drive for single motor models, making it a proper hoot to drive. It also boasts a more potent electric motor and a larger battery for extra poke and fewer charging stops. Up front, the sleek "SmartZone" panel houses advanced sensors, replacing the traditional grille. These updates keep it sharp and competitive in the bustling EV market.

Design & Exterior

This Polestar 2 rocks a distinctive, minimalist design that’s pure Scandinavian cool. Its liftback shape is both stylish and practical. Key features include the signature "Thor's Hammer" LED daytime running lights and sleek, frameless side mirrors. The updated "SmartZone" front gives it a modern, tech-forward look. Dimensionally, it measures 4606 mm in length, 1859 mm in width (excluding mirrors), and 1479 mm in height, giving it a purposeful stance on the road. It’s a real head-turner!

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Polestar 2, and you're greeted by a cabin that's minimalist, modern, and packed with sustainable materials like WeaveTech upholstery. It comfortably seats five. The tech is top-notch, centered around an 11.2-inch tablet-style infotainment system running Android Automotive OS with Google built-in, plus a crisp 12.3-inch digital driver display. Apple CarPlay is also standard. For your gear, there's a 407-litre boot, expanding to 1097 litres with seats down, plus a handy 33-litre frunk.

Performance & Driving Experience

This Long Range Single Motor variant is no slouch, zipping from 0-100 km/h in a brisk 6.2 seconds! Its rear-wheel drive setup, powered by a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM), delivers a lively 220 kW and a hefty 490 Nm of torque. This translates to an engaging and responsive driving experience, far more fun than its FWD predecessor. Expect a well-judged balance between agile handling and comfortable cruising, with strong regenerative braking offering one-pedal driving thrills.

Range, Battery & Charging

The Long Range Single Motor boasts a 79 kWh (usable) battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of around 533 km – plenty for most journeys! Efficiency is a solid 6.75 km/kWh. For charging, you get an 11 kW AC on-board charger (0-100% in about 8 hours at home). When you’re out and about, it can gulp down DC juice at up to 205 kW via its CCS Type 2 port, meaning rapid top-ups are a breeze.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Safety is paramount in the Polestar 2, backed by a superb 5-star Euro NCAP rating. It comes loaded with standard safety kit, including collision avoidance assist, lane keeping aid, and road sign information. For even more peace of mind, many cars will feature the optional Pilot Pack, adding clever tech like Adaptive Cruise Control, Pilot Assist, a 360° camera, and Blind Spot Information System with steer assist. Always check the specific car’s spec!

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Polestar typically offers a comprehensive vehicle warranty, often around 2-3 years with mileage caps like 100,000 km in Europe, though specifics can vary. Crucially, the high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 160,000 km, guaranteeing at least 70% state of health. Powertrain components usually share this robust battery warranty. Polestar often includes complimentary scheduled maintenance for the first few years or a set distance, making early ownership pretty hassle-free.