Polestar has revealed the updated pricing structure for its enhanced Polestar 2 lineup, indicating an increase between $3000 and $4000 across all models. The price adjustments align with substantial upgrades in vehicle mechanics, encompassing longer driving ranges, faster charging times, and the introduction of new electric motors. The latter modification means that two-wheel-drive variants will now transition from front- to rear-wheel drive.

Scheduled local deliveries are set to commence from August.

Notably, the Polestar 2 lineup also sees an extensive boost in standard safety features. Every model will now include blind-spot monitoring and assistance, cross-traffic alert and assistance, reverse autonomous emergency braking, and a surround-view camera as standard offerings. Adaptive cruise control, however, remains an optional extra.

Standard features across all models now include a wireless phone charger and auto-dimming exterior mirrors. Additionally, a new 20-inch forged alloy wheel design has been introduced for the optional Performance Pack, aesthetically aligning the car with the forthcoming Polestar 3.

Visual updates for 2024 are otherwise subtle and include a body-coloured front grille echoing the style of the Polestar 3 SUV. This grille houses a majority of the vehicle's sensors. A new set of 20-inch wheels for the Performance Pack has also been introduced, designed to mirror the 22-inch alloys of the Polestar 3 Performance Pack.

Pricing

2024 Polestar 2 Australian Prices (estimated drive away prices)

2024 Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor: $74,414(+$3500)

2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor: $76,614 (+$3000)

2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor: $83,864 (+$3000)

2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor with Performance Pack: $93,314 (+$4000)

Engine Performance 

The Standard Range Single Motor now features a rear electric motor offering 220kW/490Nm, a significant increase from the previous 170kW/330Nm front motor. This powertrain is paired with a 69kWh (gross capacity; or 67kWh usable) nickel-manganese-cobalt battery. While maintaining the same capacity, the battery boasts an improved cell chemistry.

Polestar promises a driving range of up to 532km in European WLTP lab testing (an improvement from 478km), and estimates a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 6.4 seconds.

The Long Range Single Motor matches the new rear electric motor with a larger 82kWh gross/78kWh usable battery, compared to the previous 78kWh gross/75kWh usable battery. This model claims to reach 0-100km/h in 6.2 seconds and promises a driving range of up to 654km.

At the top end, the Long Range Dual Motor utilizes the larger battery alongside dual electric motors. Now, more power is directed to the rear wheels, reaching 310kW and 740Nm, compared to the previous 300kW and 660Nm. This model achieves 0-100km/h in a claimed 4.5 seconds and offers up to 591km of driving range.

With the Performance Pack upgrade, priced at $9000, Long Range Dual Motor buyers can expect power to jump to 350kW, and 0-100km/h acceleration time to drop to 4.2 seconds.

Energy Efficiency 

The Polestar 2 supports DC fast-charging at up to 135kW for the 69kWh battery and 205kW for the 82kWh battery. AC power charging is available up to 11kW for both battery sizes.

WLTP energy consumption is as follows: Standard Range Single Motor: 14.8-15.9kWh/100km Long Range Single Motor: 14.9-15.8kWh/100km Long Range Dual Motor: 16.0-17.2kWh/100km

Safety

Based on testing conducted in 2021, the Polestar 2 earned a five-star ANCAP safety rating. It received scores of 92%, 87%, 80%, and 82% for adult occupant protection, child occupant protection, vulnerable road user protection, and safety assist, respectively.

Standard safety equipment includes:

Front and rear parking sensors

Side parking sensors (new, previously optional)

360-degree camera (new, previously optional)

Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian/cyclist detection

Lane-keep assist

Blind-spot monitoring (new, previously optional)

Rear cross-traffic alert (new, previously optional)

Traffic sign recognition

Cruise control (non-adaptive)

Tyre pressure loss warning

Eight airbags (including front-centre)

Warranty and Servicing 

The Polestar 2 comes with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. Additionally, an eight-year, 160,000km warranty applies to the battery, ensuring a 70% state of health at the end of this period. All models include five years of free servicing and roadside assistance.

Dimension

The 2024 Polestar 2 measures 4606mm in length, 1985mm in width (including mirrors), and 1479mm in height (or 1473mm with the Performance Pack), and has a wheelbase of 2735mm. The car's kerb weight ranges from 1944kg to 2108kg, with a weight distribution of 48:52 front/rear for single-motor variants and 50:50 for dual-motor models.

Boot space is 405L, expandable to 1095L with the rear seats folded. Additional storage compartments can be found under the boot floor and at the front, both offering 41L of space.

All Polestar 2 models come with a tyre repair kit and can tow up to 1500kg when braked.

2024 Polestar 2 standard features:

19-inch alloy wheels with tyre repair kit, Michelin Primacy 4 tyres (245/45 R19)

345x20mm front and 340x20mm rear solid steel brake discs

Dusk-sensing LED headlights with auto high beam

11.2-inch infotainment touchscreen with Android Automotive software, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, built-in Google apps (including Maps and Assistant), digital radio

Over-the-air updates

Polestar app support

12.3-inch digital instrument cluster

Wireless smartphone charging (new, previously optional)

Eight-speaker, 250-watt sound system

Four USB-C ports (two front, two rear)

Heated front seats

Four-way power-adjustable front-seat lumbar support

Embossed textile upholstery in 'Charcoal' (black) or 'Zinc' (white)

Black headlining

Rain-sensing wipers

Keyless (proximity-key) entry and start

Power tailgate

Dual-zone climate-control air conditioning

"Mid-level" ambient interior lighting

Power-adjustable heated side mirrors

Auto dimming for side mirrors (new, previously optional)

Auto-dimming centre rear-view mirror

Front and rear parking sensors

2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor with Performance Pack adds (over Long Range Dual Motor):

Performance software upgrade (350kW/740Nm)

20-inch forged alloy wheels with Continental SportContact 6 tyres (245/40 R20)

Four-piston Brembo front brake calipers

375x35mm ventilated and drilled front brake discs

Ohlins dual-flow manually-adjustable dampers

Gold colour for brake calipers, wheel valve caps, seat belts

The optional $6000 Plus Pack for all models adds:

WeaveTech upholstery in 'Charcoal' or 'Slate'

Black Ash dashboard inlays

Power-adjustable front seats with extendable cushions, driver memory

Heated rear seats and steering wheel

Heated windscreen washer nozzles

13-speaker, 600-watt Harman Kardon premium sound system

"High-level" ambient interior lighting

Hands-free function for power tailgate

Panoramic glass roof

Heat pump (uses otherwise-wasted battery heat to warm the cabin)

Tinted rear window

Polestar Digital Key function

Rear cargo floor "lid in lid" with bag holder

CleanZone cabin air quality sensor

The optional $3500 Pilot Pack for all models adds:

'Pixel' matrix LED headlights with adaptive high beam

LED front fog lights with cornering function

Adaptive cruise control

Lane-centring assist

Pilot Assist semi-autonomous driving functionality (acceleration, braking and steering support at up to 130km/h)

Emergency stop assist

Individual options:

20-inch five-spoke alloy wheels with Continental PremiumContact 6 (245/40 R20) tyres

Ventilated nappa leather seat upholstery in Zinc (white) with Light Ash dashboard inlays

Semi-electric folding tow bar