Can Polestar 4 Catch The Tesla Model Y & Does It Deserve To?!
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Video Summary
- The Polestar 4 is an SUV coupe, positioned between the Polestar 2 and 3. - It is wide, measuring 2,139 mm, and has a low stance with a ground clearance of 166mm, and about 1.5 meters high. - It has a long, almost 3-meter wheelbase. - The rear seats have been pushed back and there is no rear windscreen to maximise head room for the back seat passengers. - The Single Motor version starts at £59,990, and the dual motor version is more expensive and starts at £66,990. - The Single motor version has 200 kW of power, the dual motor version has 400 kW and achieves 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. - The single motor version does 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. - Single motor version does not feel sluggish or underpowered. - With the dual motor version, the front motor can be turned off for rear-wheel drive, enhancing efficiency. - It has a 100 kWh NMC battery (94 kWh usable). - The single motor version has a WLTP range of 367 miles. - 10-80% Charging in 30 minutes using 200kW DC, with 22kW AC charging also possible. - The car has bi-directional charging. - It sits on the SEA platform from Geely, with a sustainable experience architecture. - From the manufacturing factory gate, it has 19.9 tonnes of CO2 equivalent value from manufacturing. - Factory in China is powered by renewable energy. - It has a drag coefficient of 0.261Cd, air curtains at the front, a low swoopy shape, and the wheels at the edges. - Inside, there is a non-plasticky dial, 3D knitted material from recycled plastic bottles, and it takes influence from sportwear. - The interior has a large panoramic roof. - The graphics are powered by the Snapdragon cockpit platform. - USB-C connectors and climate controls in the back. - The doors have frameless windows. - For dog-owners, the partition can be taken out to allow dogs in the back. - Buttons on screen are large and highlighted in orange when touched to minimize distraction while driving. - Overall, the reviewer thinks it has good value, luxury and performance.