Against the backdrop of the United States Grand Prix In Austin, the Polestar 2 fit right in.
On occasion, you drive a car that isn’t yours….and it makes you think about selling yours.
Sometimes it’s hard to become attached to a car, while only driving it for a few days, but every now and then something comes along that really gets your attention, so much so that it’s a genuine wrench to hand the keys back.
For us, that was the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor.
And in Austin, Texas during the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix race, this car was the vibe.
The Polestar 2 is the second vehicle to debut under the Polestar brand, a division of Volvo that prioritizes electrified performance. There’s a lot to like about the Polestar 2. It’s exciting and comfortable to drive, and it has a lot of personality for a fully electric vehicle. The Polestar 2 is a significant rival to the Tesla Model 3. It’s a great match both in regards to specs and the driving experience. An easy-to-use Google-backed technology interface is also part of the appeal. There was nothing extreme in the car. It was exquisitely functional.
Driving the Polestar 2 while working an F1 race, makes you want to have a car with pop. Tesla has set a high bar, but the Polestar 2 has the goods to match it. Our Polestar 2 test car accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. That’s impressively quick. So quick in fact, we wanted to get it onto the track to really test it out in those first few corners at the Circuit of the America’s track.
Driving the Polestar 2 is an entirely unique experience. The car features an entirely electronic setup, redefining acceleration and response functionality. Its handling is particularly impressive, with an immediate response to your touch on the wheel and a throttle that never lags. The vehicle’s quiet electric engine only magnifies the purity of the ride, delivering a seamlessly consistent cruise, especially on highways or roads with little ambient noise.
The Polestar 2 makes use of two electric motors, one from each axle, to supply all-wheel-drive behavior. Together, the car produces a peak output of 408 hp and 487 lb-ft of torque, making it over 100 hp more powerful than the nearest Tesla Model 3.
The Polestar 2 is remarkable in its design. Its hood and roof are the most impressive features, with its “Thor’s Hammer” daytime running lights leading the way. The car’s frame is made of a hybrid of high-strength steel and lightweight aluminium and includes three roof-mounted solar panels, which are not meant to provide the battery with much charge but are more cosmetic than functional. The Inside of the car is spacious, with comfortable seats, user-friendly touchscreen, and an appealing, modern feel.
The Polestar 2’s chief bragging point is the vehicle’s battery package. The standard model of the car comes with an 78 kWh pack, which provides an EPA-certified driving range of about 275 miles. This range may increase or decrease depending on your driving habits and the climate you are driving the car in. If you are looking to extend your vehicle’s range, there is a small item to note. The car’s charging rate does not ramp up high gradually, which means the first 80% of the battery will charge rapidly, but the reaming 20% will be quite slow.
The Polestar 2, with its distinctively elegant, cutting-edge design, impressive power, excellent handling and competitive driving range is an entirely revolutionary, modern marvel in the electric vehicle space. As it tackles off its occasional charging struggles and develops a broader range of charging networks, it is an unquestionably exciting option for an EV that accelerates flawlessly with impressive stability and handling. With exceptional results such as Polestar 2, it’s fascinating to see what other manufacturers will bring to the market, and which technological advancements we can expect next.