Video Summary
- The updated Polestar 2 has a slightly different look because it has a body-colored panel (Smart Zone) on the front, housing safety features such as a camera, radars, and sensors.- The most important changes are revised batteries with longer ranges, faster charging rates, and improved electric motors with better performance.
- There’s been a shift from front-wheel drive to rear-wheel drive in the single-motor versions for efficiency.
- The interior quality feels more premium than the Hyundai Ioniq 6, though not as consistently premium as the BMW i4.
- Tech is considered good, as before, including a clear, big driver display, and a tablet-style touch screen infotainment system developed with Android.
- Apple CarPlay is available, but wired only, which is a bit annoying.
- The climate controls are on the touch screen, which is fussy, distracting, and complicated to use.
- There is a reasonable amount of storage up front.
- The rear seats don't impress much due to limited headroom, while legroom is just OK.
- The 2 has a hatchback opening, which is more practical for the boot/trunk, which can fit seven carry-on size suitcases and has decent underfloor storage.
- Overall performance was rated quick, but other range-topping competitors are even quicker.
- The ride comfort remains a weakness; it is easily unsettled, even in town or on the highway.
- The suspension can be noisy on bumpy roads.
- Other electric rivals are quieter and ride better.
- The range topping model achieves 406 miles.
- With single motor configuration 0-62mph is possible in 5.9 seconds while providing 295 bhp.
- The car does not feel like a terrain electric car and does not do especially well on poor road surfaces.
