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gation, climate, keyless entry and start, auto lights and wipers, wireless charging, electric steering with three modes and Apple Car Play and Google built in although having to say ‘Hey Google’ to execute commands is somewhat of a gimmick in this writer’s viewand one of the best standard in car audio systems. Four extra cost option packs are offered depending on model.
INCREASING numbers of petrolpowered car owners are looking to convert their vehicles in order to obtain the ECO label authorising them to drive in lowemission zones.
On the power front you can specify a standard single motor, a longrange version and then a longrange dual motor. The range varies with the configuration, but 321 to 395 miles is the variance. In real world terms think of decreasing these figures by about 10 per cent and you probably would be about at your realworld range. In my experience the Polestar comes close to meeting its mileage expectations. As with combustion powered cars range depends on how you drive.
These range figures aren’t quite up to Tesla standard, but they’re still very useable and, considering the weight and style of the
Polestar, most impressive. On the road the Polestar has a certain something which makes it special. Power delivery is smooth and effortless with admirable insulation from road and wind noise. Unlike so many cars the safety tech, such as lane keep, is more progressive and less interventionist when activated. With prices starting from €55,327/£44,950 it’s an EV that merits much praise and one which is an increasingly frequent presence on the road.
Facts at a Glance
Model: Polestar 2 – Long Range Single Motor – rear wheel drive
Engine: Li-lon 82 kwh battery – 220kW/295 bhp
Gears: Automatic
Performance: 0-100 km/h (62 mph) 5.9 seconds/Maximum
Speed 205 km/h (127 mph)
Range: up to 394 miles
Emissions: 0 g/km (WLTP)
Price as tested: €55,327/£48,950
Model tested was UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets.
