The Electric 2022 Polestar 2 Dual Motor Is A Credible Tesla Model 3 Challenger

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- The 2022 Polestar 2 is built off a Volvo architecture.
- It is offered in a four-door sedan configuration, technically a hatchback.
- Its starting price is around $46,000.
- It offers up to 265 miles of range.
- The dual-motor version with the performance package can reach 60 mph in about 4 seconds.
- The vehicle includes a frunk that is slightly bigger than the sister car’s.
- The frunk is nicely finished and integrated.
- The frunk fits 1.6 cubic feet of stuff.
- The dual motor has two electric motors, one at the front, one at the back.
- Each motor makes 204 horsepower; together, they make 408 horsepower and 487 lb-ft of torque.
- It reaches 60 mph in about 4.5 seconds.
- There is a single-speed reduction gear transmission.
- The range is 249 miles.
- A 78 kWh battery is used.
- The car can charge at 11 kW, allowing a full charge overnight on a level 2 charger in about 8 hours.
- It offers DC fast charging at 150 kW, going from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes.
- It’s a very attractive vehicle, with a Volvo-esque front end.
- It has signature “Thor’s Hammer” full LED pixel technology adaptive headlights with auto high beams and LED turn signals.
- The review model has a fully-loaded trim that includes a performance package, plus package, and pilot package.
- This vehicle does not offer a lot of brighter colors or a “green” option, to go with the fact that it’s an electric car.
- The reviewer wishes that Polestar would offer more brighter colors on this vehicle, how about a really nice green, to go with the fact that this is an electric car.
- It has 20-inch wheels, Öhlins dampers, manually adjustable, and Brembo brakes.
- It’s a sedan with about 5.9 inches of ground clearance.
- Its length is about 180.8 inches, about 7.1 inches longer versus the XC40.
- In the cabin, the seats are constructed of recycled material. The reviewer preferred “real cowhide” and mentioned the option to upgrade to Nappa leather with ventilation for an additional $4,000.
- The infotainment system does not have Apple CarPlay.
- There is no satellite radio.
- The 12.3” digital display and a 11.2” touchscreen are included.
- The touchscreen is Google-based.
- There is wireless phone charging.
- The backseat is tight.
- It can reach 60 mph at 4.19 and 4.34 seconds during testing.
- Polestar needs to build brand recognition.
- This car provides a good balance between a Model 3 and Y.
- The reviewer concludes it’s a credible Tesla Model 3 alternative with improved build quality and impressive performance.

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