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Ford Capri (2024) vs. Polestar 2: There's a striking similarity

Ford Capri (2024) vs. Polestar 2: There's a striking similarity

We also recognise some BMW X2, Aiway's U6 and even a detail of the new M5

By Brian Potter 13 July 2024

Polestar 2 with slightly more range, new colours and rims

Polestar 2 with slightly more range, new colours and rims

Polestar 4 and 3 will soon be launched, but business is not going particularly well

By Brian Potter 29 June 2024

50:49 Range / Efficiency

UK: Six electric saloons were driven until they died. The results are fascinating

UK: Six electric saloons were driven until they died. The results are fascinating

CarWow tested BYD, Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Polestar and Tesla EVs. One had the best range.

By Brian Potter 16 June 2024

The new Polestar 2 will be called Polestar 7

The new Polestar 2 will be called Polestar 7

Expected in 2027, it should maintain the proportions and positioning of the 2 and mount even more efficient batteries

By Brian Potter 3 April 2024

Polestar 2 (2024): Dimensions and boot space of the electric saloon

Polestar 2 (2024): Dimensions and boot space of the electric saloon

There is a not-too-large boot, a frunk and space for just four people

By Brian Potter 3 February 2024

Polestar introduces Prime Video to in-car infotainment system

Polestar introduces Prime Video to in-car infotainment system

Polestar 2 saloon now comes with Prime Video and YouTube as native apps.

By Brian Potter 19 September 2023

Polestar 2 OTA update adds YouTube integration

Polestar 2 OTA update adds YouTube integration

Version P2.9 also comes with upgrades for the Range Assist and Apple CarPlay features.

By Brian Potter 2 June 2023

Polestar 2 BST Edition 230 debuts as a more stylish take on BST 270

Polestar 2 BST Edition 230 debuts as a more stylish take on BST 270

It features the same powertrain and chassis as the BST edition 270 but focuses more on design details.

By Brian Potter 22 March 2023

Upgraded Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 teased ahead of March 21 debut

Upgraded Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 teased ahead of March 21 debut

We expect performance improvements after the regular model's 2024 enhancement.

By Angel Sergeev 18 March 2023

2024 Polestar 2 debuts with new electric motors and battery, RWD base model

2024 Polestar 2 debuts with new electric motors and battery, RWD base model

Output goes up to 469 bhp with the Performance Package. Prices starting at £44,950.

By Brian Potter 24 January 2023

Hertz and Uber expand partnership to Europe, will deploy 25,000 EVs

Hertz and Uber expand partnership to Europe, will deploy 25,000 EVs

Uber said a wide range of suitable electric vehicles will be on offer, including the Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3.

By Brian Potter 19 January 2023

Polestar 2 batteries power electric boat that cruises above water

Polestar 2 batteries power electric boat that cruises above water

The Candela C-8 has a projected range of 57 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 22 knots

By Brian Potter 18 January 2023

China's exports of electric vehicles to Europe reach record levels

China's exports of electric vehicles to Europe reach record levels

Exports of China-made EVs to Europe amounted to £2.65 billion in November 2022, up 165 percent from a year ago.

By Brian Potter 5 January 2023

03:59 Races and Chases

Watch Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 attack the Ascari race track

Watch Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 attack the Ascari race track

The EV features several upgrades over the standard model.

By Brian Potter 4 January 2023

Polestar has no plans to offer a model smaller than Polestar 2

Polestar has no plans to offer a model smaller than Polestar 2

Polestar is working on creating a small but well-rounded lineup of EVs, but don't expect a compact option anytime soon.

By Steven Loveday 15 October 2022

Polestar 2 facelift spied for the first time with close to zero camo

Polestar 2 facelift spied for the first time with close to zero camo

The electric liftback received software updates this spring.

By Brian Potter 2 September 2022

Polestar 2 is stable but not very fast in the moose test

Polestar 2 is stable but not very fast in the moose test

The electric vehicle nails the slalom test, though.

By Brian Potter 9 August 2022

Special Editions

Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 unveiled with 469 bhp, performance upgrades

Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 unveiled with 469 bhp, performance upgrades

Polestar will produce just 270 units globally.

By Brian Potter 2 June 2022

Polestar 2 gets slight bump in range, other updates

Polestar 2 gets slight bump in range, other updates

The output of the electric motor increases, too.

By Brian Potter 28 April 2022

21:00 Concept Cars

UK: Fully Charged drives one-off Polestar 2 Arctic Circle at its home

UK: Fully Charged drives one-off Polestar 2 Arctic Circle at its home

That would be the Arctic Circle, where this Polestar 2 modified to go fast on snow and ice shines like no other electric vehicle.

By Brian Potter 14 March 2022

One-off Polestar 2 Arctic Circle debuts with more power, lifted suspension

One-off Polestar 2 Arctic Circle debuts with more power, lifted suspension

With studded winter tyres, the unique EV is ready to tackle icy surfaces.

By Brian Potter 2 February 2022

Polestar reveals sales results: 29,000 in 2021

Polestar reveals sales results: 29,000 in 2021

The volume almost tripled compared to 2020 and new models are coming.

By Mark Kane 15 January 2022

Polestar: The past, the present, the future?

Polestar: The past, the present, the future?

Everything you need to know about Polestar.

By Brian Potter 16 December 2021

Polestar 2 OTA upgrade unlocks 67 extra bhp

Polestar 2 OTA upgrade unlocks 67 extra bhp

Only in selected European markets, though.

By Brian Potter 8 December 2021

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