I test drove a Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor last friday and the next day I test drove the Polestar 2 Long Range, both the Single and Dual Motor variants. Here's what I found: - Steering on the Polestar feels natural and progressive. With the Model 3 the steering kind of felt like I was driving a car in a videogame, like the steering wheel wasn't really connected to the road. - Accelerating in both the Polestar models was set up way more progressive, the Model 3 seems to nervous and fidgety with the acceleration. - One pedal drive on both is great and relaxing for in-town driving, I didn't need the brake pedal during the test rides. But on the Model 3 there was no option to alter the amount of regenerative braking so lifting your feet off the accelerator ment the car would brake quite significantly. On the Polestar you have the option to set it to a lighter option or even turn it off. On the lighter version it was the right amount of braking for me: it felt natural and I didn't even need to get used to it. - Suspension and damping seems better set up on the Polestar 2: over country roads and bumps in the highway the Polestar 2 was more of a comfortable ride than the Tesla Model 3 - I love the drivers display right behind the steering wheel showing me the speed, battery percentage, navigation and more. I don't mind looking to the screen in the middle on the Model 3 for my speed and navigation but the drivers display on the Polestar 2 is more convenient and in my opinion very cool - Polestar 2 and Model 3 both have an electric tailgate but where the Model 3 only has a button to open it the Polestar 2 also has a foot sensor to open it with, can be useful - Polestar 2 had enough space for me as a driver, the left and right back passengers have plenty of leg room and can almost fully stretch out under the seats in front of them. But there is a hump in the floor since it has a transmission tunnel from sharing the XC40 platform where as the Model 3 has a completely flat floor. The Model 3 on the other hand seemed to have a bit of a lower roof right above the passengers than the Polestar 2. The Polestar 2 has a bit of a higher roof right above the passengers but the top side does slope inward a bit more so you could feel like you're sitting to close to that with your head. The back seats are closer to the floor in the Model 3 so your legs won't feel as comfortable as in the Polestar 2 where you do sit up a bit higher. Going to test drive the Model Y this month too and then I'll have to make a decision for which one to buy: Polestar 2 or Model Y? My heart says Polestar 2..
Nice video. I am biased as also having the Polestar 2 (used to have a Tesla Model S). There is no right or wrong with car selection really, get the one that brings you most joy, no car or car company is perfect.
I'm considering going from the Model S to a Polestar 2 too. Any glaring differences? I never cared about FSD, but I used enhanced Autopilot level driving assists a lot. How does Pilot pack equate to that?
@@SpectrumGeeks thanks, that's helpful. I would've gotten the Plaid but the yoke + touchscreen shifter are a no-no for me. Sad that Tesla's moving away from the common sense that made their brand popular before.
@@enyplayz1514 What kind of weird question is that and how is that even relevant to the topic of EV cars such as the polestar 2 and Model S? On topic, I'm thinking of buying a Polestar 2 or a Model S but seeing as you two are switching from a Model S to a Polestar I'm guessing the Polestar has some points over the Model S.
Great video, i totally agree with your points. In Europe you don't have to rely on the Tesla network, we have enough alternatives. In the USA thats a different story. I also chose the P2 over the M3, because of build quality, looks and Android Automotive potential.
What's the deal with the flashing / flickering headlights? I've noticed that on a few video reviews of the P2 and not just when the car is stationary, on driving clips also.
First off, thank you for your thoughts, but, for me, coming from an 2016 Volvo v60 hybrid and test driving this model: 1. Comfort: - my knee was rubbing against the V shaped center console right at the top of the side pocket - deal beaker :(. I had a gentlemen approach me as I was dropping off the car and he said he has the same problem in his Tesla Model 3 and confirmed that this model has this problem too as I've let him test the seating. - suspension really noisy over bumps 2. Interior - small windows and windshield - first time entering the car it felt like a cave as there was no sunroof. - pour visibility in the back - I had a car several meters behind me at a traffic light and I could barely see the occupant's heads 3. Driving assistance - traffic sign recognition is worse than my 2016 car - while using the pilot assist it will be on the old speed limit while the new one is clearly posted. Also when you change roads it stays on the old road speed limit. The good parts, Kris said already so there is no need to repeat them.
@@OddvinAlmenning Yes. I had a Tesla Model 3 LR 4WD for 7 days almost 2 years ago. I did drive that for 6 days and on the 7th day i did return it. I could not drive with it. It did make me really nervous. Then i waited for another car and the Polestar 2 came along. I do have it now for about 5 months.
@@abrahamgillesdejager6852 Curious to know, why did it make you feel nervous? I came from a 2019 Honda Civic (0-100 in 11) to a 2020 SR+ (0-100 in 5.6, I know the LR is 4.4) but it didn't make me nervous at all. Actually felt a lot more confident driving the Tesla, rather than the Honda. Just my experience.
Kris you had me worried at first as I have already ordered my Polestar 2! Now I can't wait for it to arrive!! Great review and some good insights, I've also opted for 20" wheels too
in 2022 this review is even more on point now that Model 3 is even more expensive and still ships with bad build quality and a steady erosion in the gap between it and other offerings.
Polestar; designed by a car company for people who enjoy driving. Tesla; designed by people who have seemingly never driven a car for people who don't enjoy driving. Charging network aside, Tesla offers absolutely nothing.
@@asiana7776 what is available from fully electric? Last I checked even hybrid Prius is no longer available. People import from Japan and the US, but you can't buy an electric car at a dealership here.
Good honest review Kris. It's a shame it didn't have the February update as that makes quite a change to range and charging as well as Android Automotive 10 instead of 9. Looking forward to future reviews.
I just gave you a thumbs up for your very detailed review,I agree with most of your conclusions. I have had my Polestar for a month and get many compliments on it's looks, and the android infotainment system spoils you for anything else. Thanks and hope you will do another video on this great auto.😊
Kris, Excellent review on this EV. I recently purchased a 23 P2, and I am in love! You talk in your video about how it has a German-like performance and handling, and I agree. The interior is tastefully done, and there are a lot of little details to it. Cheers buddy
1.03 is why i would buy a Polestar over any Tesla every time, windscreen wipers i can adjust myself without going into a screen, auto wipers are great but i still want the ability to override. it rains here a lot
The Model 3 does look great on paper but the primary reason I dismissed it is its styling, it doesn't matter what the price is, what the capabilities are if i don't like the styling of a car it's ruled out. Also I don't like the interior of the Model 3, I don't like its design, the materials or the fit & finish. Minor issues are it's a sedan, the hatchback version (the Y) is even uglier and more bulbous than the Model 3. And there seems to be a culture among Tesla owners that I just don't want to be associated with. Supercharger network is a big plus but others are improving and my EV need is primarily commuting. So I have ordered a Polestar 2, with real leather. I'm expecting a high quality, quick, well made, hatchback EV, the Android based infotainment is a bonus.
You hit the same points as to why this vehicle is better than the Tesla. Teslas dont look good to me, there is the unspoken Tesla culture, and there are 8 Teslas on the road at any given time when on the contrary 98% people cannot identify a Polestar and find them very intriguing.
The problem with your conclusion once again is the Norway factor most countries are not Norway. TESLA offers so much more in the essential necessities for people who do not live in Norway. It is the same reason Audi E-Tron sales are high in Norway but low everywhere else. Norway has low speed limits and lots of charging infrastructure.
I test drove one yesterday and just was not sold enough to buy one. Really like the looks and handling at least from the Performance package that my tester had is amazing around corners but awfully stiff over the bumps. Maybe most ev's are like this but at higher speeds it felt kind of empty. They also had a used Model Y Tesla and driving that made the Polestar seem so much better it almost pushed over the edge to buy. I would say that lousey counsel and the cramped seating was just too off putting to pull the trigger on something that cost that much. Would like to see what they can tweak in the near future because this is close to really good. Good video.
Think/Hope you are on your way to great things with your channel as you are reviewing like us car buyers do (surprising how many reviewers don't). For many of us it is not all about range/efficency/performance etc. If it was your Etron would not have been best selling car in Norway last year. Looking forward to seeing lots more reviews by you in future on all the new EV's that will be hitting the market and nice to see a channel that is not predominantly filled with "T" reviews. Why the 20" alloys rather than the 19"?
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words and that you recognize what I'm trying to do different. I have stopped doing reviews in the traditional sense, and this series that I call "Don't buy X before watching this" has become the "review" I do. It is in a may ways a summation of the week or two I have with these cars. It's a culmination of what I actually think is important to know before going out and buying the actual car. I try to break it down into specific segments so if people want they can skip what they find irrelevant and watch what they care about. So I hope people keep watching them as they have since the first one I made in December 😊 As for the 20s rather than the 19s, I just think they look better and suit the car more. They have the same width tires, so I don't think you will loose much range either. And the ride being as good as it is, I don't think it will matter much.
We want to see how different colour options look in real world and in different lighting conditions as sunny weather, cloudy grey days etc. I don't trust the colours down in polestar homepage.
Kris, are you planning on testing the Polestar 2 later with the latest update? Or even a later update then the February update (when it arrives)? BTW, awesome video! Finally someone who compare cares beyond what it says on the paper. 👏🔥
Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed the video 😊 I have a P2 with PP next week with the update, and this exact car a few weeks later with the update. So there are going to be many upcoming videos on range and charging!
There's a Tesla going the other direction at 6:11 just as you're talking about how uncomfortable the model 3 can get lol Thanks for the video! I've got a Polestar 2 on order and this has me even more excited for it lol you've got a good attention to detail!
I'm pretty sure that the 10% more efficient heatpump is not gonna give you 10% more range, but is 10% more efficient than the existing systems (can't remember what it's called). Considering that the heatpump/the 'old' heatpump uses up to 20% of the power withdrawn from the battery, the 10% increase in efficiency is calculated from the 20% of the total power consumption. TLDR; I believe the heatpump is not gonna give you 10% more range, but more something along the lines of 2-4% increase in range. I may be wrong tho, if anyone can educate me I'd love to learn.
Also, just for my piece of mind I have decided to use a suction mount and stick a 360 camera on top of my Polstar with a 1ft extension pole while I am driving so I can have piece of mind and record any incident that may happen. Again, safety is most important.
I‘m an Audi A4 driver, but only for another month. After having looked carefully at e-Tron, Model 3 and Polestar 2 I had a hard time to decide. The good news: There is a choice and no reason at all to keep driving an ICE car. In the end, if consumption is the most important factor, the choice is Tesla, and I almost purchased one. But then I came to the same conclusion as Kris. Except for vegan interior and the more efficient and more comfortable 19“ wheels. 😉👍 To compensate for the somewhat higher consumption I will plant 50 trees with my family 🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲
Hey there. Thanks for all your content. It's most helpfull. I've got a question: when can we see a compare between ID.4 RWD vs. Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended Range ? Keep it up!
Glad you find it helpful 😊 ID.4 is no available yet, and still waiting for a slot to test the Mach-E. But when I get my hands on them, I will try to compare if I find it relevant 😊
Worth noting for people who like SiriusXM, this car (and the sister XC40 Recharge) don't have it...at least now at this time. No timeline for adding it via the apps. Also, the fact that it only has 1 cupholder (without flipping up the armrest) was a pretty bad design decision. I agree with Kris that it's almost a deal breaker
Really enjoyed this review. I do agree about the uniqueness of this car, how it looks and how it rides. I just had a test drive two days ago, I did think there are a few challenges in regards to the front room and the storage availability. Do you have any plan do test the BMW i4?
Good and detailed review... In hope they will bring out the rear drive P2 with the same battery.. I am sure it will have better range and will be cheaper ..
Keep in mind peeps that Kris drives and Audi E-tron himself as a daily, comparing this to the Tesla 3 is based on that as well, sound and noise reduction is a biggy for him coming from the Audi. Tesla Bjørn for example never has complained about it seeing he has a tesla standpoint. Id say the benefits of a tesla fair outweigh the Polestar regardless of the better noise reduction but find out for yourself :)
Valid point, I am comparing the M3 to other cars that are much cheaper like the e-2008 and it still much noisier 😬 And Bjørn has actually mentioned the road noise an the lack of comfort in the M3. So much that he paid a lot of money to have his M3 sound insulated ☹️
@@KrisRifa true Kris he did and it didn't help much 🤣 good review though it's good to see the options when one is considering electric for the first time 👌🏻
Although the charge speed and efficiency comparisons of the Polestar with Tesla aren't huge it is the combination of the two along with with the Supercharger network which still make Tesla more attractive. Unless Polestar have something to compete with the upcoming 4680 battery and chassis castings they will always be playing catchup. I do think that the Polestar centre console is a bit intrusive. Tesla still have to improve their panel tolerances and I would prefer a hatchback layout without having to go for the bigger size and greater expense of the Model Y. The next couple of years will be interesting as the car manufacturers establish their product lines in the EV market.
Thank you so much for the video! I am curious if the the maps, TH-cam, music, etc… will it need wifi/LTE? Or you can use all of those without a service (like Tesla’s subscription based)
Hello. Thank you for this review. One thing that stands out for me about tesla is the Sentry Mode for safety. I am driving the Polstar 2 now because my model 3 is in the shop. I was rear ended while parked in a shopping center. The car recorded the entire incident and alerted me that something happened. I had absolute proof for insurance claim. The Polstar is ok but 1) no Sentry Mode, 2) the view from the driver seat out of the front windshield is much more narrow from top to bottom, 3) I still have not figured out how to use the autopilot (poor interface), 3) if something happens while I am driving Or parked, I can’t record incidents (Sentry Mode) I am happy there are more electric Cars out there, but your choice to with an equally priced car with less range and less security features is absurd. Isn’t safety and security always #1 for anything we do?
Veldig bra video fra en som vurderer å kjøpe en Polestar 2, men eg er bombesikker på at eg har sett deg før :P Var eller er ikke du kompis med Stian? (Som jobbet på Rema Os og dere jobbet kanskje sammen på teknikmagasinet på lagunen??
Hello, Very nice and detailed video. I am really interested in buying a Polestar 2. I did a long test (2 days). I love the way it looks both outside and inside. I fully agree with you that it drives and rides very well. I find the single motor long range the best option for me. Not living in a country with much snow, the added safety of 4 wheels drive is not really needed. I prefer the added range. As much as I have enjoyed driving the car, and liked the way I could use Google assistant, I have also been very frustrated by some things I could not do on this 2021-2022 car. Even if it is possible to used Spotify to listen to music or stream the music via Bluetooth from the phone, I used to have my music on USB key or SD card (so I do not need to use the phone). I have tried to use both USB-C ports on the central console to connect a USB key but I could not access to the music stored there. Is it something I missed there or is there really no way to have music there? In t he later case, I find that quite bad. What frustrated me the most was Google navigation when needing to have waypoints. Using waypoints is something I use a lot when visiting a region . I would have like to use it while testing the Polestar but could not. What I do with the navigation app on my phone, is to select the final destination and then choose waypoint by navigation the map and selecting the waypoints with the finger when I find nice roads. These waypoints have no name or precise address since they are most of the time “in the middle of nowhere”. It was possible to select the final destination with the finger but not the waypoints. I find this very frustrating. The only way I think of is to be able to prepare the itinerary on a phone / tablet / PC and then send it to the car. Without that I would still have to use an app on my phone while visiting regions which I find a pity with this car. Do you have any thoughts about this? Hope to have some feedback on this. Thanks. Phil.
I bought one It’s a great car feels like a Bmw it’s so competent with the ohlins engineering But I send it back :( It’s so many faults with it and the communication from polestar and Volvo is so so bad, so I recommend you to wait a year I will get my Ipace on Friday 👍
Yep, agree. Looks really nice and in my test drive I had a smile on my face. Fun, smooth, assured. If you buy or lease you won’t be disappointed. I’m choosing between this Polestar 2 (pilot long range) a fully loaded ID3 Tour Pro S and a Kia EV6 Premium. What would you choose?
Polestar 2 (pilot pack + long range dual motor) so without the Plus pack (was becoming out of budget with that for my company car), that's actually what i have ordered. In Space color of course. It is a no brainer for me really. Tried also Tesla Model 3 but the insane glare on the screen (which on top of that is impossible to read with polarized sunglasses unlike other cars because those have bigger fonts), the lack of screen behind the driving wheel, the font size on the screen being too small, screen position with no possibility to orientate it towards driver, the interface is too clumsy and icons too small to push while driving, lack of Apple CarPlay, the lack of confort compared to P2, the drive shifter on the wheel, the way it looks so ugly inside and outside... Made me take the P2. What's the point having a long range and faster charging if you have all the above annoyances. And it's not like they are just 1 or 2. I actually don't understand how the TM3 can sell so well which such huge flaws. It looks like people buy them "on paper". very ackward
@@farodopi5170 I totally agree. To me just the design of the M3 combined with the fact that every second household on our street has one, is a killer. It's just so boring and I would be full of envy each time I pass a P2. Luckily, my P2 will arrive soon. MY22, LRSM, Plus, Pilot, Nappa, Void. Can't wait.
Hi Kris, Great review. The Polestar is on my shortlist. Same goes for the V60 T5. My main reason to select a car is the quality of the audio system. Volvo has the Bowers & Wilkins optional set in the V60. Polestar has the Harman Kardon standard. Is this a thing you can say something about ? Did you had the opportunity to compare the 2 ? If not, what are your thoughts about the Harman Kardon system in the Polestar ?
11:25 No. The Polestar 2 doesnt come with those as standard, thats just straight up wrong. The Driving aids + color + Glass roof are 3 different options that set you back almost 10 grand...
At the time of filming you did get all of that as standard, and there was only one model for sale and it was around 50K euro. Today you can get a much cheaper stripped down version, which is what you are referring to 👍
@@KrisRifa I will get my Polestar 2 next year, i opted for the Single motor one with extended range. (i dont need the extra speed, especially because id want to drive efficiently). Coming from BMW ownership I have to say its a little sad seeing so little customization with the car. For example out of the "Plus" package I would only need the Sound system and the Glass roof. I feel like its their way to make you overpay easily.
@@KrisRifa Great video tho! I love the car, Looks, Feel, everything just works with the Polestar. It'll be my first ever EV and I'm looking forward to it. Right now I'm consuming every video I can find on it to make the wait shorter :)
Great review.. my 530e m sport going in for one of these ! Thought hard about Long range vs Polestar. But comfort and refinement is a big deal for me ! Hopefully I’ve made the right choice.
Getting a long range Polestar 2 plus package. But i recently came to understand there is actually no blind spot detectors, something even the Dacia Stepway i looked at had! 65’000 USD (620’000 SEK) and this car lacks some really basic stuff. Really annoys me to be honest. Wish it was a Tesla. I really feel it would be better to have one extra cheaper upgrade with some really basic tech like this, steering heat warmer and wireless charger. Something like that.
Blind spot is on the pilot pack. You picked the wrong pack. I ordered it with the opposite pack. I could leave without plus pack which includes glass roof, upgraded sound and upgraded seats material. But not the pilot that included the active cruise control fog lights and 360 camera. I agree it’s a pain but at least you can choose. Tesla is imposing the full options thing so you end up with dozen of things you don’t need. By the way here with comparable specs Tesla is more expensive by 8000€. Strange it’s not the case out there
@@farodopi5170 Frankly I think it's absurd it does not have a blind spot warning as standard for this price, it should be in the package of "buying an expensive car". Generally the view out of the car is very poor/restricted.
very nice video although i disagree that its better than the model 3.. but as you say its a little bit of personal preference... for me when it comes to electric cars as long as the car doesnt feel like riding a horse then price per km is everything. :)
Current Polestar 2 is still a compromise (too expensive for less range). Its range is not suitable for larger nations like USA, no matter how much P2 tries to influence TH-cam reviewers.
Very good and informative video! I have watched a lot of TH-cam content on the Polestar 2, and perhaps with the light Nappa leather interior it would certainly help, but I can't help feeling this is trying to be a purely functional car as opposed to a luxury car. I'm wondering whether this is intentional to appeal to the environmentalists, as Volvo can do the luxury 'thing' very well. Also given the amount of press given to the next Polestar the 3, which completely freed from the Volvo XC40 underpinnings,' will be the car to show the real design language of the brand and be a true stab at a luxury EV. However with reference to the '2' my observations are only made from videos, which mostly show the dark interior, and actually seeing and sitting in the car may well dispell my concerns.
Glad you like the video 😊 As you may have seen in this and other videos I've done on the P2 I'n not in love with the interior, and that may also be because they have only given me interiors with fabric seats that are dark. If you watch my Volvo content, especially the XC90's I owned I loved those interiors. Much of the reason is because of the light colored leather in my cars. I've requested a Polestar 2 with the light colored leather, but they have failed to deliver. I have sat in one though, and It is very nice place to sit 😊
Great review i am choosing between a Polestar2, Model 3 LR and Ford Mustang E Mach as a company car. I live in Sweden and drives a lot as a salesman. So for me its quite important with range, comfort and really need to know how the real range are in the 2021 drivning according to the normal speed of the motorways. Any owner of a Polestar 2 who has the real range here ?
Kan du sjekke hvor lite du faktisk trenger å si til stemmestyringa til navigasjonen hvis du vil kjøre til f.eks. Bergen? Tror først du kan droppe å si «hey google» og heller trykke inn «speak» knappen på høyresiden på rattet. Tror også du kan droppe å si « kjør til» . Altså trenger du bare å trykke «speak» knappen og si «Bergen» så skal den foreslå ruten
If you guys would like I could do a video on that topic in specific? 😊 I tried only including relevant this video for people looking to buy a Polestar 2. Why I changed my mind would easily be a 20 min video 🙈
Constructive criticism: While watching this video, I paused it several times because of incessant background bird tweeting sounds. At first I thought some birds were having a fight on my balcony. Then I thought there must be some birds tweeting near the reviewer. Then I realised there is a barely audible background track of a stupid whistling tune. It really took my focus away from the review and I wish it wasn't there at all. You do you but when editing your video, in segments where you are talking the sound has to be clear and without distracting noises.
Just being honest, you sounded like Polestar offered you something to make this video, especially after watching your original review. Would you really "deal with" the seat being uncomfortable in a $60,000 car that should be fun to drive? Just to review the negatives and positives vs a Tesla Model 3....Negatives....about $10,000 more expensive, less of a warranty on the battery by 20,000 miles, historically more expensive to fix (in the US), not comfortable and crammed in the seats and surrounded by the non functional console, not as efficient, much less range, longer time to charge, and not very good at updating software. On the other hand, the Positives are we get a $7,500 tax credit in the states, it is much nicer looking car compared to the model 3, I love the double displays on the dash as well as the android system and voice control, but that is about it. If they were the same price I might go for it, but paying more for something that seems inferior? I appreciate the review though. Thank you for taking the time and giving your opinion.
"The TM3 is better on paper", but we don't care about the specifics! What counts is the feeling and the taste of each one, especially when you only drive big German cars! Indeed, the conclusion was written from the start. But we can understand your opinion on your bases and your tastes. Favouring the models of energy consuming cars that are getting heavier and heavier, and therefore less efficient is a choice of influencer ! For Volvo/Geely's axis of improvement on efficiency, they will improve for sure, but where will TESLA be at that time? TESLA model 3's margin of progress to reach it is great: but this product, designed in 2017, was not in this strategy: the Model S plaid? new quality orientation! Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
I test drove a Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor last friday and the next day I test drove the Polestar 2 Long Range, both the Single and Dual Motor variants. Here's what I found:
- Steering on the Polestar feels natural and progressive. With the Model 3 the steering kind of felt like I was driving a car in a videogame, like the steering wheel wasn't really connected to the road.
- Accelerating in both the Polestar models was set up way more progressive, the Model 3 seems to nervous and fidgety with the acceleration.
- One pedal drive on both is great and relaxing for in-town driving, I didn't need the brake pedal during the test rides. But on the Model 3 there was no option to alter the amount of regenerative braking so lifting your feet off the accelerator ment the car would brake quite significantly. On the Polestar you have the option to set it to a lighter option or even turn it off. On the lighter version it was the right amount of braking for me: it felt natural and I didn't even need to get used to it.
- Suspension and damping seems better set up on the Polestar 2: over country roads and bumps in the highway the Polestar 2 was more of a comfortable ride than the Tesla Model 3
- I love the drivers display right behind the steering wheel showing me the speed, battery percentage, navigation and more. I don't mind looking to the screen in the middle on the Model 3 for my speed and navigation but the drivers display on the Polestar 2 is more convenient and in my opinion very cool
- Polestar 2 and Model 3 both have an electric tailgate but where the Model 3 only has a button to open it the Polestar 2 also has a foot sensor to open it with, can be useful
- Polestar 2 had enough space for me as a driver, the left and right back passengers have plenty of leg room and can almost fully stretch out under the seats in front of them. But there is a hump in the floor since it has a transmission tunnel from sharing the XC40 platform where as the Model 3 has a completely flat floor. The Model 3 on the other hand seemed to have a bit of a lower roof right above the passengers than the Polestar 2. The Polestar 2 has a bit of a higher roof right above the passengers but the top side does slope inward a bit more so you could feel like you're sitting to close to that with your head. The back seats are closer to the floor in the Model 3 so your legs won't feel as comfortable as in the Polestar 2 where you do sit up a bit higher.
Going to test drive the Model Y this month too and then I'll have to make a decision for which one to buy: Polestar 2 or Model Y? My heart says Polestar 2..
Which one did you go for in the end and how do you feel now about your decision?
Nice video. I am biased as also having the Polestar 2 (used to have a Tesla Model S). There is no right or wrong with car selection really, get the one that brings you most joy, no car or car company is perfect.
I'm considering going from the Model S to a Polestar 2 too. Any glaring differences? I never cared about FSD, but I used enhanced Autopilot level driving assists a lot. How does Pilot pack equate to that?
@@anibalasubramaniam4153 The Pilot assist works brilliant, I have zero regrets about moving from my Model S to the Polestar 2.
@@SpectrumGeeks thanks, that's helpful. I would've gotten the Plaid but the yoke + touchscreen shifter are a no-no for me. Sad that Tesla's moving away from the common sense that made their brand popular before.
@@anibalasubramaniam4153 can u tell me what u do for a living and how much u earn pls it will be helpful for me
@@enyplayz1514 What kind of weird question is that and how is that even relevant to the topic of EV cars such as the polestar 2 and Model S? On topic, I'm thinking of buying a Polestar 2 or a Model S but seeing as you two are switching from a Model S to a Polestar I'm guessing the Polestar has some points over the Model S.
As usual, your research and ability to explain the uniqueness of a car puts your reviews in a whole different category! Outstanding reviews!
Thank you so much for your kind words 😊 I really do appreciate it!
Great video, i totally agree with your points. In Europe you don't have to rely on the Tesla network, we have enough alternatives. In the USA thats a different story. I also chose the P2 over the M3, because of build quality, looks and Android Automotive potential.
Thanks a lot 😊
What's the deal with the flashing / flickering headlights? I've noticed that on a few video reviews of the P2 and not just when the car is stationary, on driving clips also.
@@iainhamilton7562 It's normal when it shows on video, the camera will catch that but human eyes wont
Nice job! Best Polestar vs M3 comparison I've seen yet. Compelling.
Thanks! 😊
But I still can't decide either.
First off, thank you for your thoughts, but, for me, coming from an 2016 Volvo v60 hybrid and test driving this model:
1. Comfort:
- my knee was rubbing against the V shaped center console right at the top of the side pocket - deal beaker :(. I had a gentlemen approach me as I was dropping off the car and he said he has the same problem in his Tesla Model 3 and confirmed that this model has this problem too as I've let him test the seating.
- suspension really noisy over bumps
2. Interior
- small windows and windshield - first time entering the car it felt like a cave as there was no sunroof.
- pour visibility in the back - I had a car several meters behind me at a traffic light and I could barely see the occupant's heads
3. Driving assistance
- traffic sign recognition is worse than my 2016 car - while using the pilot assist it will be on the old speed limit while the new one is clearly posted. Also when you change roads it stays on the old road speed limit.
The good parts, Kris said already so there is no need to repeat them.
Good video, you exactly got the point. You have the same way of thinking as i have. The Polestar 2 is a car, the Tesla Model 3 is not.
Exactly! :-)
@@OddvinAlmenning Yes. I had a Tesla Model 3 LR 4WD for 7 days almost 2 years ago. I did drive that for 6 days and on the 7th day i did return it. I could not drive with it. It did make me really nervous. Then i waited for another car and the Polestar 2 came along. I do have it now for about 5 months.
@@abrahamgillesdejager6852 I am thinking obout bying a Polestar 2.
Thanks! I do like the Tesla Model 3, but its just that I like the Polestar 2 better for what matters for me 😊
@@abrahamgillesdejager6852 Curious to know, why did it make you feel nervous? I came from a 2019 Honda Civic (0-100 in 11) to a 2020 SR+ (0-100 in 5.6, I know the LR is 4.4) but it didn't make me nervous at all. Actually felt a lot more confident driving the Tesla, rather than the Honda. Just my experience.
Kris you had me worried at first as I have already ordered my Polestar 2!
Now I can't wait for it to arrive!! Great review and some good insights, I've also opted for 20" wheels too
hehe i just ordered one too, then i saw this :O oh the horror
Ordered mine 2 days ago, how is your polestar?
Great video Kris. I thinked the same way as you about the Polestar 2, thats way i bought on and its a amazing car.
Thank you so much!
Min første video fra deg. Tusen takk, dette var bra 👍 Jeg har lengde tenkt på Polestar2 og gjør definitivt det videre 😊
Excellent review with good clear presentation. Many thanks.
Thank you!
in 2022 this review is even more on point now that Model 3 is even more expensive and still ships with bad build quality and a steady erosion in the gap between it and other offerings.
Thank you for your final summary of the great car. I like the looks very much. I will get me a test drive here in Germany.
Mach lieber keine Probefahrt - du willst den Polestar sonst unbedingt haben - super Auto und mit dem neusten Update erreicht er jetzt die 150 kW
@@alexander5029 Hat sich der Verbrauch seit dem Update verbessert? Zu Anfang war er ja sehr durstig.
@@Xero285 Der Verbrauch ist von vielen Faktoren abhängig. Temperatur spielt weiterhin eine große Rolle. ich bin mit dem Verbrauch völlig zufrieden.
@@alexander5029 Wie bei jedem Auto, nicht nur Elektro. Die Frage war ob sich der Verbrauch nach dem Update verbessert hat. Viele Quellen sagen ja.
@@Xero285 Gefühlt ja, aber seriös belegbar ist das nicht. Hab ja keine Verbrauchsvergleiche unter exakt gleichen Bedingungen.
Polestar; designed by a car company for people who enjoy driving. Tesla; designed by people who have seemingly never driven a car for people who don't enjoy driving. Charging network aside, Tesla offers absolutely nothing.
Thanks for this video! Very important video, I wanted to buy this car to my country where no Polestar dealers.
Thanks 😊 Glad you found it helpful !
Do Volvo not service the car in your country?
There is no such thing as a Polestar dealer, they sell direct. Service is done by Volvo dealers.
@@JohnDoe-vx3z mb, but still you can't buy Polestar 1/2 in Russia.
@@asiana7776 what is available from fully electric? Last I checked even hybrid Prius is no longer available. People import from Japan and the US, but you can't buy an electric car at a dealership here.
Good honest review Kris. It's a shame it didn't have the February update as that makes quite a change to range and charging as well as Android Automotive 10 instead of 9. Looking forward to future reviews.
I just gave you a thumbs up for your very detailed review,I agree with most of your conclusions. I have had my Polestar for a month and get many compliments on it's looks, and the android infotainment system spoils you for anything else. Thanks and hope you will do another video on this great auto.😊
Kris,
Excellent review on this EV. I recently purchased a 23 P2, and I am in love! You talk in your video about how it has a German-like performance and handling, and I agree. The interior is tastefully done, and there are a lot of little details to it.
Cheers buddy
1.03 is why i would buy a Polestar over any Tesla every time, windscreen wipers i can adjust myself without going into a screen, auto wipers are great but i still want the ability to override. it rains here a lot
The Model 3 does look great on paper but the primary reason I dismissed it is its styling, it doesn't matter what the price is, what the capabilities are if i don't like the styling of a car it's ruled out. Also I don't like the interior of the Model 3, I don't like its design, the materials or the fit & finish. Minor issues are it's a sedan, the hatchback version (the Y) is even uglier and more bulbous than the Model 3. And there seems to be a culture among Tesla owners that I just don't want to be associated with. Supercharger network is a big plus but others are improving and my EV need is primarily commuting.
So I have ordered a Polestar 2, with real leather. I'm expecting a high quality, quick, well made, hatchback EV, the Android based infotainment is a bonus.
You hit the same points as to why this vehicle is better than the Tesla. Teslas dont look good to me, there is the unspoken Tesla culture, and there are 8 Teslas on the road at any given time when on the contrary 98% people cannot identify a Polestar and find them very intriguing.
Excellent review. Keep it up!
The problem with your conclusion once again is the Norway factor most countries are not Norway. TESLA offers so much more in the essential necessities for people who do not live in Norway. It is the same reason Audi E-Tron sales are high in Norway but low everywhere else. Norway has low speed limits and lots of charging infrastructure.
Superb final review !!! Awesome content !!
Greetings :=)
Gracias!
I test drove one yesterday and just was not sold enough to buy one. Really like the looks and handling at least from the Performance package that my tester had is amazing around corners but awfully stiff over the bumps. Maybe most ev's are like this but at higher speeds it felt kind of empty. They also had a used Model Y Tesla and driving that made the Polestar seem so much better it almost pushed over the edge to buy. I would say that lousey counsel and the cramped seating was just too off putting to pull the trigger on something that cost that much. Would like to see what they can tweak in the near future because this is close to really good. Good video.
Think/Hope you are on your way to great things with your channel as you are reviewing like us car buyers do (surprising how many reviewers don't). For many of us it is not all about range/efficency/performance etc. If it was your Etron would not have been best selling car in Norway last year. Looking forward to seeing lots more reviews by you in future on all the new EV's that will be hitting the market and nice to see a channel that is not predominantly filled with "T" reviews. Why the 20" alloys rather than the 19"?
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words and that you recognize what I'm trying to do different. I have stopped doing reviews in the traditional sense, and this series that I call "Don't buy X before watching this" has become the "review" I do. It is in a may ways a summation of the week or two I have with these cars. It's a culmination of what I actually think is important to know before going out and buying the actual car. I try to break it down into specific segments so if people want they can skip what they find irrelevant and watch what they care about. So I hope people keep watching them as they have since the first one I made in December 😊 As for the 20s rather than the 19s, I just think they look better and suit the car more. They have the same width tires, so I don't think you will loose much range either. And the ride being as good as it is, I don't think it will matter much.
We want to see how different colour options look in real world and in different lighting conditions as sunny weather, cloudy grey days etc. I don't trust the colours down in polestar homepage.
Very good video well put together. If you have a decibel meter you could measure sound levels. Just a thought. 👍😁
Thanks! Yes, I think I have to get one to support my claims with some data 😊
Kris, are you planning on testing the Polestar 2 later with the latest update? Or even a later update then the February update (when it arrives)?
BTW, awesome video! Finally someone who compare cares beyond what it says on the paper. 👏🔥
Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed the video 😊
I have a P2 with PP next week with the update, and this exact car a few weeks later with the update. So there are going to be many upcoming videos on range and charging!
@@KrisRifa Awesome! 👏
NIce video again Kris👍
Thanks!
There's a Tesla going the other direction at 6:11 just as you're talking about how uncomfortable the model 3 can get lol
Thanks for the video! I've got a Polestar 2 on order and this has me even more excited for it lol you've got a good attention to detail!
Making such great videos Kris! Really deserve more views.
Thank you so much, that really means a lot 😊
Really good and informative video! 👌🏼
Very good review, and very fair. Subbed.
Thanks mate, much appreciated!
Great review 👏. My lease on my Q50 finish this summer. If nothing else better will be released this year i will go with the polestar 🙂
I'm pretty sure that the 10% more efficient heatpump is not gonna give you 10% more range, but is 10% more efficient than the existing systems (can't remember what it's called). Considering that the heatpump/the 'old' heatpump uses up to 20% of the power withdrawn from the battery, the 10% increase in efficiency is calculated from the 20% of the total power consumption.
TLDR; I believe the heatpump is not gonna give you 10% more range, but more something along the lines of 2-4% increase in range.
I may be wrong tho, if anyone can educate me I'd love to learn.
Another topic. Could you please test a Citroen eC4. Thats a suuuuper good looking electric car. Thanks
Thanks! I have requested a an e-C4, so I'm waiting to hear back from Citroen.
Not just that, the price is way cheaper
Great video....keep going ! 💪
Thanks mate!
Also, just for my piece of mind I have decided to use a suction mount and stick a 360 camera on top of my Polstar with a 1ft extension pole while I am driving so I can have piece of mind and record any incident that may happen. Again, safety is most important.
I‘m an Audi A4 driver, but only for another month. After having looked carefully at e-Tron, Model 3 and Polestar 2 I had a hard time to decide.
The good news: There is a choice and no reason at all to keep driving an ICE car.
In the end, if consumption is the most important factor, the choice is Tesla, and I almost purchased one. But then I came to the same conclusion as Kris. Except for vegan interior and the more efficient and more comfortable 19“ wheels. 😉👍
To compensate for the somewhat higher consumption I will plant 50 trees with my family 🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲
Marcel, good choice! I'm driving the PS2 now for 3 months, best car ever!
@@ericsens4355 Thanks, I appreciate your supportive feedback. I'll be able to pick up my Polestar in a week!
Great and detailed video!
You have me a bit more convinced towards the Polestar 2. :)
You mentioned the fabric on the interior. I wonder if this helps with minimizing road noise. Great review. Thanks.
Hello Kris
Nice review for Polestar and nice Daytona😀
Thanks and thanks 😊😊
Hey there. Thanks for all your content. It's most helpfull. I've got a question: when can we see a compare between ID.4 RWD vs. Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended Range ? Keep it up!
Glad you find it helpful 😊 ID.4 is no available yet, and still waiting for a slot to test the Mach-E. But when I get my hands on them, I will try to compare if I find it relevant 😊
I would buy this over a Model 3 just because it is better built. until Tesla improves their QC I will think twice before buying one
I can totally understand that!
@@KrisRifa have you tested the range on the Polestar 2
Worth noting for people who like SiriusXM, this car (and the sister XC40 Recharge) don't have it...at least now at this time. No timeline for adding it via the apps.
Also, the fact that it only has 1 cupholder (without flipping up the armrest) was a pretty bad design decision. I agree with Kris that it's almost a deal breaker
I love the Polestar 2, it's beautiful and the stats are good enough. It's just a little out of my price range right now.
Really enjoyed this review. I do agree about the uniqueness of this car, how it looks and how it rides. I just had a test drive two days ago, I did think there are a few challenges in regards to the front room and the storage availability. Do you have any plan do test the BMW i4?
I can't believe Volvo or Polestar have not upgraded the steering wheels yet. The piano black cheap plastic buttons are a real let down.
Good and detailed review... In hope they will bring out the rear drive P2 with the same battery.. I am sure it will have better range and will be cheaper ..
Keep in mind peeps that Kris drives and Audi E-tron himself as a daily, comparing this to the Tesla 3 is based on that as well, sound and noise reduction is a biggy for him coming from the Audi. Tesla Bjørn for example never has complained about it seeing he has a tesla standpoint. Id say the benefits of a tesla fair outweigh the Polestar regardless of the better noise reduction but find out for yourself :)
Valid point, I am comparing the M3 to other cars that are much cheaper like the e-2008 and it still much noisier 😬 And Bjørn has actually mentioned the road noise an the lack of comfort in the M3. So much that he paid a lot of money to have his M3 sound insulated ☹️
@@KrisRifa true Kris he did and it didn't help much 🤣 good review though it's good to see the options when one is considering electric for the first time 👌🏻
Even the Google assistant sounds cute in Norwegian.
I bought one...and I really like it. I agree with all your points.
Although the charge speed and efficiency comparisons of the Polestar with Tesla aren't huge it is the combination of the two along with with the Supercharger network which still make Tesla more attractive. Unless Polestar have something to compete with the upcoming 4680 battery and chassis castings they will always be playing catchup.
I do think that the Polestar centre console is a bit intrusive. Tesla still have to improve their panel tolerances and I would prefer a hatchback layout without having to go for the bigger size and greater expense of the Model Y.
The next couple of years will be interesting as the car manufacturers establish their product lines in the EV market.
Great video as usual. Keep up the good work. Only thing that bothers me is the clickbait headline. 😜
It’s not click bait! 🙈 I genuinely think you should watch the video before buying a Polestar 2, so you are as well informed as possible 😊😊👍
Well done Kris!
Thank you so much for the video! I am curious if the the maps, TH-cam, music, etc… will it need wifi/LTE? Or you can use all of those without a service (like Tesla’s subscription based)
Thanks for your test and opinions.
In the long run this Polestar 2 will be a real winner.
Hello. Thank you for this review. One thing that stands out for me about tesla is the Sentry Mode for safety. I am driving the Polstar 2 now because my model 3 is in the shop. I was rear ended while parked in a shopping center. The car recorded the entire incident and alerted me that something happened. I had absolute proof for insurance claim. The Polstar is ok but 1) no Sentry Mode, 2) the view from the driver seat out of the front windshield is much more narrow from top to bottom, 3) I still have not figured out how to use the autopilot (poor interface), 3) if something happens while I am driving Or parked, I can’t record incidents (Sentry Mode)
I am happy there are more electric
Cars out there, but your choice to with an equally priced car with less range and less security features is absurd. Isn’t safety and security always #1 for anything we do?
Get a smart dashcam, problem solved
Veldig bra video fra en som vurderer å kjøpe en Polestar 2, men eg er bombesikker på at eg har sett deg før :P Var eller er ikke du kompis med Stian? (Som jobbet på Rema Os og dere jobbet kanskje sammen på teknikmagasinet på lagunen??
I can’t believe you found the Polestar felt light and sporty. To me it felt real heavy and numb.
Hello,
Very nice and detailed video.
I am really interested in buying a Polestar 2. I did a long test (2 days). I love the way it looks both outside and inside. I fully agree with you that it drives and rides very well. I find the single motor long range the best option for me. Not living in a country with much snow, the added safety of 4 wheels drive is not really needed. I prefer the added range.
As much as I have enjoyed driving the car, and liked the way I could use Google assistant, I have also been very frustrated by some things I could not do on this 2021-2022 car.
Even if it is possible to used Spotify to listen to music or stream the music via Bluetooth from the phone, I used to have my music on USB key or SD card (so I do not need to use the phone). I have tried to use both USB-C ports on the central console to connect a USB key but I could not access to the music stored there. Is it something I missed there or is there really no way to have music there? In t he later case, I find that quite bad.
What frustrated me the most was Google navigation when needing to have waypoints. Using waypoints is something I use a lot when visiting a region . I would have like to use it while testing the Polestar but could not.
What I do with the navigation app on my phone, is to select the final destination and then choose waypoint by navigation the map and selecting the waypoints with the finger when I find nice roads. These waypoints have no name or precise address since they are most of the time “in the middle of nowhere”. It was possible to select the final destination with the finger but not the waypoints.
I find this very frustrating. The only way I think of is to be able to prepare the itinerary on a phone / tablet / PC and then send it to the car. Without that I would still have to use an app on my phone while visiting regions which I find a pity with this car.
Do you have any thoughts about this?
Hope to have some feedback on this.
Thanks.
Phil.
I bought one
It’s a great car feels like a Bmw it’s so competent with the ohlins engineering
But I send it back :(
It’s so many faults with it and the communication from polestar and Volvo is so so bad, so I recommend you to wait a year
I will get my Ipace on Friday 👍
What are the faults?
Yep, agree. Looks really nice and in my test drive I had a smile on my face. Fun, smooth, assured. If you buy or lease you won’t be disappointed. I’m choosing between this Polestar 2 (pilot long range) a fully loaded ID3 Tour Pro S and a Kia EV6 Premium. What would you choose?
Polestar 2 (pilot pack + long range dual motor) so without the Plus pack (was becoming out of budget with that for my company car), that's actually what i have ordered. In Space color of course. It is a no brainer for me really.
Tried also Tesla Model 3 but the insane glare on the screen (which on top of that is impossible to read with polarized sunglasses unlike other cars because those have bigger fonts), the lack of screen behind the driving wheel, the font size on the screen being too small, screen position with no possibility to orientate it towards driver, the interface is too clumsy and icons too small to push while driving, lack of Apple CarPlay, the lack of confort compared to P2, the drive shifter on the wheel, the way it looks so ugly inside and outside... Made me take the P2. What's the point having a long range and faster charging if you have all the above annoyances.
And it's not like they are just 1 or 2.
I actually don't understand how the TM3 can sell so well which such huge flaws.
It looks like people buy them "on paper". very ackward
@@farodopi5170 I totally agree. To me just the design of the M3 combined with the fact that every second household on our street has one, is a killer. It's just so boring and I would be full of envy each time I pass a P2. Luckily, my P2 will arrive soon. MY22, LRSM, Plus, Pilot, Nappa, Void. Can't wait.
Hi Kris,
Great review. The Polestar is on my shortlist. Same goes for the V60 T5.
My main reason to select a car is the quality of the audio system.
Volvo has the Bowers & Wilkins optional set in the V60. Polestar has the Harman Kardon standard.
Is this a thing you can say something about ? Did you had the opportunity to compare the 2 ? If not, what are your thoughts about the Harman Kardon system in the Polestar ?
Even the non-Harman Kardon is great! it sound very premium home theater like.
11:25 No. The Polestar 2 doesnt come with those as standard, thats just straight up wrong. The Driving aids + color + Glass roof are 3 different options that set you back almost 10 grand...
At the time of filming you did get all of that as standard, and there was only one model for sale and it was around 50K euro. Today you can get a much cheaper stripped down version, which is what you are referring to 👍
@@KrisRifa I will get my Polestar 2 next year, i opted for the Single motor one with extended range. (i dont need the extra speed, especially because id want to drive efficiently).
Coming from BMW ownership I have to say its a little sad seeing so little customization with the car. For example out of the "Plus" package I would only need the Sound system and the Glass roof. I feel like its their way to make you overpay easily.
@@KrisRifa Great video tho! I love the car, Looks, Feel, everything just works with the Polestar. It'll be my first ever EV and I'm looking forward to it. Right now I'm consuming every video I can find on it to make the wait shorter :)
How does it perform in the winter, whats the battery range loss in colder temps?
Great review.. my 530e m sport going in for one of these ! Thought hard about Long range vs Polestar. But comfort and refinement is a big deal for me ! Hopefully I’ve made the right choice.
tldr is basically the Jeremy Clarkon VW Up meme:
*points at Tesla Model 3* - This is brilliant
*points back at Polestar 2* - but I like this better.
Getting a long range Polestar 2 plus package. But i recently came to understand there is actually no blind spot detectors, something even the Dacia Stepway i looked at had! 65’000 USD (620’000 SEK) and this car lacks some really basic stuff. Really annoys me to be honest. Wish it was a Tesla. I really feel it would be better to have one extra cheaper upgrade with some really basic tech like this, steering heat warmer and wireless charger. Something like that.
Blind spot is on the pilot pack. You picked the wrong pack.
I ordered it with the opposite pack.
I could leave without plus pack which includes glass roof, upgraded sound and upgraded seats material. But not the pilot that included the active cruise control fog lights and 360 camera.
I agree it’s a pain but at least you can choose.
Tesla is imposing the full options thing so you end up with dozen of things you don’t need.
By the way here with comparable specs Tesla is more expensive by 8000€. Strange it’s not the case out there
@@farodopi5170 Frankly I think it's absurd it does not have a blind spot warning as standard for this price, it should be in the package of "buying an expensive car". Generally the view out of the car is very poor/restricted.
very nice video although i disagree that its better than the model 3.. but as you say its a little bit of personal preference... for me when it comes to electric cars as long as the car doesnt feel like riding a horse then price per km is everything. :)
Polestar > all. period :) well done Kris !
hahaha thanks for the "hey google" warning :)
I try!
Do you know at what point it will have a heat pump?
They've (Polestar) said it will come in 2021.
@@Tafsern Sad, I hoped for this year...damn
@@laser_simon922 Are we not in 2021 currently?
@@mroek Ah, thank good, hahahaha
Compare this to the EQA. I’m considering that once it’s launched. What do you think?
Current Polestar 2 is still a compromise (too expensive for less range). Its range is not suitable for larger nations like USA, no matter how much P2 tries to influence TH-cam reviewers.
Very good and informative video! I have watched a lot of TH-cam content on the Polestar 2, and perhaps with the light Nappa leather interior it would certainly help, but I can't help feeling this is trying to be a purely functional car as opposed to a luxury car. I'm wondering whether this is intentional to appeal to the environmentalists, as Volvo can do the luxury 'thing' very well. Also given the amount of press given to the next Polestar the 3, which completely freed from the Volvo XC40 underpinnings,' will be the car to show the real design language of the brand and be a true stab at a luxury EV. However with reference to the '2' my observations are only made from videos, which mostly show the dark interior, and actually seeing and sitting in the car may well dispell my concerns.
Glad you like the video 😊
As you may have seen in this and other videos I've done on the P2 I'n not in love with the interior, and that may also be because they have only given me interiors with fabric seats that are dark. If you watch my Volvo content, especially the XC90's I owned I loved those interiors. Much of the reason is because of the light colored leather in my cars. I've requested a Polestar 2 with the light colored leather, but they have failed to deliver. I have sat in one though, and It is very nice place to sit 😊
I have the same problem with my Chevy Cruze steering wheel/seat situation
Sold my M2 CS and purchased the Polestar 2
Thank you for the review, I enjoyed it! Do you think two teenagers would be comfortable in the back seats? One is 6 ft tall...
Big issues with 4g. Often doesn’t work. Check out the forums! Also, it’s a stupid place for a chargepoint and emulates a car filler flap. Awful!
Hey Kris,
Does the polestar 2 have walk away auto locking?
Great review i am choosing between a Polestar2, Model 3 LR and Ford Mustang E Mach as a company car. I live in Sweden and drives a lot as a salesman. So for me its quite important with range, comfort and really need to know how the real range are in the 2021 drivning according to the normal speed of the motorways. Any owner of a Polestar 2 who has the real range here ?
Which one did you choose in the end? How do you feel about your decision?
Sure after this video, the sales of P2 will rise ;)
is not the center console where parts of the batteries goes?
Kris, do you have a comparison between the XC40e and this Polestar 2?
Love to see ie height, seats, cargo comparison...?
I might do a video like that in the future!
Is that the Thunder color?
looking for low to the ground like the tesla 3... how low is it?
Great review but I honestly quit half way because of the background whistle in the music. Thanks
I would accept the car if it was cheaper. But not at the current price point.
Kan du sjekke hvor lite du faktisk trenger å si til stemmestyringa til navigasjonen hvis du vil kjøre til f.eks. Bergen? Tror først du kan droppe å si «hey google» og heller trykke inn «speak» knappen på høyresiden på rattet. Tror også du kan droppe å si « kjør til» . Altså trenger du bare å trykke «speak» knappen og si «Bergen» så skal den foreslå ruten
Forgot the tow hitch in your spec Kris :-)
What happened between this video and your october 31st review ? ("So, in conclusion guys, buy a Tesla Model 3.")
If you guys would like I could do a video on that topic in specific? 😊 I tried only including relevant this video for people looking to buy a Polestar 2. Why I changed my mind would easily be a 20 min video 🙈
Constructive criticism: While watching this video, I paused it several times because of incessant background bird tweeting sounds. At first I thought some birds were having a fight on my balcony. Then I thought there must be some birds tweeting near the reviewer. Then I realised there is a barely audible background track of a stupid whistling tune. It really took my focus away from the review and I wish it wasn't there at all. You do you but when editing your video, in segments where you are talking the sound has to be clear and without distracting noises.
Mine has heat pump.
Just wondering, is it possible to say like "hey google, turn off all light at Home" if you have like google assistant at home?
Reading comments elsewhere seems you can provided have google home and smart lighting . Sadly not with Alexa though.
Looks like a 4 door Scion tC.
I suppose you have an iPhone 12? Apple use a non standard component for wireless charging. Thats why it does not charge.
Just being honest, you sounded like Polestar offered you something to make this video, especially after watching your original review. Would you really "deal with" the seat being uncomfortable in a $60,000 car that should be fun to drive? Just to review the negatives and positives vs a Tesla Model 3....Negatives....about $10,000 more expensive, less of a warranty on the battery by 20,000 miles, historically more expensive to fix (in the US), not comfortable and crammed in the seats and surrounded by the non functional console, not as efficient, much less range, longer time to charge, and not very good at updating software. On the other hand, the Positives are we get a $7,500 tax credit in the states, it is much nicer looking car compared to the model 3, I love the double displays on the dash as well as the android system and voice control, but that is about it. If they were the same price I might go for it, but paying more for something that seems inferior? I appreciate the review though. Thank you for taking the time and giving your opinion.
"The TM3 is better on paper", but we don't care about the specifics! What counts is the feeling and the taste of each one, especially when you only drive big German cars!
Indeed, the conclusion was written from the start.
But we can understand your opinion on your bases and your tastes.
Favouring the models of energy consuming cars that are getting heavier and heavier, and therefore less efficient is a choice of influencer !
For Volvo/Geely's axis of improvement on efficiency, they will improve for sure, but where will TESLA be at that time?
TESLA model 3's margin of progress to reach it is great: but this product, designed in 2017, was not in this strategy: the Model S plaid? new quality orientation!
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When are they going to bring out an estate, V70/V90, equivalent?!