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Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor blends a genuinely useful 82 kWh battery, a 659 km WLTP claim, and 205 kW charging into a premium fastback that feels more restrained and driver-focused than many tech-first EV rivals.
Last verified 22 April 2026
Polestar 2 works best when premium fastback buyers and predictable charging matter more than headline acceleration.
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Cost snapshot
600/yr
Using this EV's battery, range, and the cost calculator's starter inputs. Treat the amount as the same money unit you enter in the full tool.
Charging fit
Strong home-charging fit
Starter setup only: 9 hours of dedicated wallbox or level 2 charger charging gives this EV a 100/100 fit score. Use your real parking and install setup in the full tool.
Overnight recovery
~431 km/night
On the charging-fit tool's starter setup, this EV recovers about 59.9 kWh over 9 hours. Adjust the charger type and hours in the full tool.
Pros
What works in its favour
Best for buyers who want premium long-range EV pace and charging confidence in a cleaner, lower fastback shape rather than a crossover.
- Premium fastback buyers
- Long-distance commuters
- Drivers who prefer cleaner cabin design
Cons
What to watch before you buy
- The low-slung fastback shape makes more sense for buyers who value style and road manners than for households chasing maximum rear-seat and cargo flexibility.
- Its value case depends on actually wanting Polestar's more minimal, software-led ownership brief rather than simply chasing the cheapest long-range EV.
Reviewed 2026-04-22
Specs that affect ownership
Focus on the numbers that actually change the experience.
On the WLTP cycle this EV is certified at 659 km. In everyday mixed driving, expect roughly 495–580 km (our estimate from the certified figure). How we estimate this.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price & cost | |
| Price | Upper mid-market fastback |
| Performance | |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s |
| Top speed | 205 km/h |
| Drive | Single motor RWD |
| Range & charging | |
| Range | 659 km (WLTP) |
| Efficiency | 8.3 km/kWh |
| Battery | 82 kWh (79 kWh usable) |
| Fast charge (10–80%) | 110 kW DC avg, 47->380 km |
| DC charging (peak) | 205 kW |
| AC charging | 11 kW |
| Connector | CCS |
| Space & practicality | |
| Boot space | 407 L |
| Frunk | 41 L |
| Length | 4606 mm |
| Towing capacity | 1500 kg |
| Seats | 5 |
| Body style | Fastback |
| Features | |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | No |
| Heat pump | Yes |
Spec figures checked against the published source.
Battery warranty: 8 years or 160k km, covering at least 70% of capacity. Verify on the Polestar official site.
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Polestar 2 vs BMW i4
The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor makes the stronger case if range headroom and charging pace lead the shortlist, while the i4 stays easier to justify if you want a more traditional premium-sedan feel with BMW's familiar cabin polish.
Verdict: Choose the Polestar 2 if range, charging confidence, and cleaner design matter more; choose the BMW i4 if you want the more familiar premium-sedan experience.
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Common questions
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Is the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor worth buying?
Best for buyers who want premium long-range EV pace and charging confidence in a cleaner, lower fastback shape rather than a crossover.
Who is the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor best for?
Best fits include: Premium fastback buyers, Long-distance commuters, and Drivers who prefer cleaner cabin design.
What should I watch out for with the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?
The main caveats are these: The low-slung fastback shape makes more sense for buyers who value style and road manners than for households chasing maximum rear-seat and cargo flexibility; and Its value case depends on actually wanting Polestar's more minimal, software-led ownership brief rather than simply chasing the cheapest long-range EV.
What is the real-world range of the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?
Expect roughly 495–580 km in everyday mixed driving (our estimate from the certified figure). The certified figure is 659 km on the WLTP cycle.
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