Ty could you give us more comments and detail? As I also dropped my Taycan as well. As the range is too less. I also owned m50 but its suspension is shit. The room is not spacious, driving position is weird. Really interesting for this one.
Thank you for the great review! I LOVE this car…My favorite EV. I have had Tesla 3 and Y, and now have the 2023 Polestar 2 all packages and Napa leather. Honestly my favorite car ever….Style, build quality, ride, fit and finish….and speed!!! And the infotainment system, second to none… Thanks again
@robc7563 this is my favourite car to date,reminds me of my Volvo's and has good straight line performance , and it's faster off the line than my GR Yaris was too .only had it for 6 weeks now and already put 1000kms on it
I bought one and it's great. I wasn't sure about it when I test-drove it as it's so different inside compared to other cars I've driven. Once it arrived it exceeded my expectations. I ordered online and picked it up at Polestar Dublin 12 days later. I love the car and the buying experience was excellent. I bought a standard-range single-motor version and it's a rocket ship compared to most other EVs I've driven even without the dual motor. I'd seriously recommend anyone who likes a slight higher-up car but doesn't require the space of something like an Enyaq or an ID4 to consider one of these. It's probably the best-specced car you can buy as standard with no extras at the moment along with the Model Y. It's so unusual and gets a lot of looks which I didn't expect. I think there's just something about it not fitting into any particular category.
My thoughts exactly mate! If you bought a top spec Enyaq or ID4 you'd have to spend another 10k to get the same kit and even then you'd have VWG's woeful infotainment. Enjoy the car!
Correction to my video... the Polestar 2 can now use Tesla Super Chargers as it has a Type 2 CCS connector. The max the battery can accept is 150kW of power. Also, the Polestar 1 is technically a PHEV so not 100% EVs from Polestar.
Thanks mate! It's hard to compare the 2 as the EQC felt more like a proper SUV in shape, but the Polestar feels a better value car overall. I think if the EQC was 10K cheaper I'd say it was one of the best premium family EV options out there.
Hi Raymond, thanks for the comment. Yes, I think in the end the XC40 was the replacement for the V40 (video on my channel on both cars), but it definitely feels more like the S60 in some places imo.
Just bought one of these bad boys and wow what a car. I know the Tesla Y makes more sense but I just hate the way it looks ! Here in the uk you hardly see any polestar 2s I’ve been asked a couple of times now what it is while charging up I love it 😍😍😍
Ah, a launch edition car with Dual Motor Long Range, Pilot, Plus and the bigger wheels, but no Performance or Nappa Leather. I picked up the '22 model in late '21. Love the car. It does get more rear wheel drive centric though in the latest models, which I hear is good fun.
If you really are disciplined with the accelerator,the consumption is 16ish kWh/100kms.. but if you really enjoy using the power..it goes up to 22kwh/100km ..but it's so much fun to do the latter😅
Why would you need a spare wheel? I have driven a lot since 1998 and never came into a situation in which that was necessary. Sure, it might happen, just like many other problems one may face while driving. But I wouldn't want to permanently carry this extra load for such a rare and unlikely event, especially not in an EV.
@@car_babble Yes, I sold my GR after 24 months of ownership,it couldn't replace the EVO I had prior and I used to own a lot of Volvo's ..and I saw the polestar and though I have to have a go at it ,test drove it and ordered it immediately(GR sold within hours..)..it felt so familiar. The GR was fun but had some short-comings that stopped the "🔥 in my heart " it was a hoot ,and even after remapping etc ,it couldn't replace the spot left by the Evo 🤷 I must say it was easier to drive at 9/10ths than the Evo ..and it did go sideways(made you look brilliant) but that "special something" was missing. .i.e it didn't get your adrenaline pumping like the EVO (the EVO always rewarded the driver by trying to kill you 😅)
It's close but I prefer the M3 as it just feels like a totally new car experience. If you do a lot of long journeys and need fast charging, it's a no brainer on the Tesla.
Sorry, didn't know that. In the UK it's not the case. Then it comes down to what preferences you have with a car. They both have strengths but I get a lot of satisfaction from my Tesla and it's insanely fast.
@@car_babble the horsepower of a p2 is like 50hp less than the tesla however the p2 has more torque so if you were to punch it the polestar would go faster in the beginning. And overall its not that much of a differenece. But thank you for your input :)
@@car_babble Is it because in ye olde days of motoring, 60mph or even more curiously almost 100kmh; a far more measurable reference point, was at the top of the 3rd gear torque band? Otherwise, who cares ? In Britain, 'derestricted' roads started at 60mph and the national speed limit was equally arbitrarily set at 70mph, when most people travelled either by horse or by balloon!
Horrible car for its orice Should be 10k less than model 3 Its so tiny and has no space for anything inside the car Even less than toyota prius Test drove it and disappointed If you are not small then dont bother
JD Power rated the 2023 Polestar 2 is the worst rated car in its class. Quality and reliability is worst in the industry. check it out for yourself. The car is not sorted out yet.
Thanks for the feedback. I've been trying to find the evidence to back up what you say and can't find it. In fact, I can't find any report that says Polestar is rock bottom and JD power rated it "fair" on quality and reliability? Happy to be corrected!
Not just the best car I've ever bought, but the best product I've ever bought. I've owned 5 EVs including a Tesla and I like this more than them all.
Really interesting to hear that. Really love this car, but probably overall think the Tesla Model Y makes just a bit more sense.
Ty could you give us more comments and detail?
As I also dropped my Taycan as well. As the range is too less.
I also owned m50 but its suspension is shit. The room is not spacious, driving position is weird.
Really interesting for this one.
Thank you for the great review! I LOVE this car…My favorite EV. I have had Tesla 3 and Y, and now have the 2023 Polestar 2 all packages and Napa leather. Honestly my favorite car ever….Style, build quality, ride, fit and finish….and speed!!! And the infotainment system, second to none…
Thanks again
Glad you enjoyed it Rob. Sounds like you've got more experience with EV's than most!
@robc7563 this is my favourite car to date,reminds me of my Volvo's and has good straight line performance , and it's faster off the line than my GR Yaris was too .only had it for 6 weeks now and already put 1000kms on it
@@car_babble The only real negative…and a big one…is that the tech is glitchy and the customer service is about the worst i have encountered….
I bought one and it's great. I wasn't sure about it when I test-drove it as it's so different inside compared to other cars I've driven. Once it arrived it exceeded my expectations. I ordered online and picked it up at Polestar Dublin 12 days later. I love the car and the buying experience was excellent. I bought a standard-range single-motor version and it's a rocket ship compared to most other EVs I've driven even without the dual motor. I'd seriously recommend anyone who likes a slight higher-up car but doesn't require the space of something like an Enyaq or an ID4 to consider one of these. It's probably the best-specced car you can buy as standard with no extras at the moment along with the Model Y. It's so unusual and gets a lot of looks which I didn't expect. I think there's just something about it not fitting into any particular category.
My thoughts exactly mate! If you bought a top spec Enyaq or ID4 you'd have to spend another 10k to get the same kit and even then you'd have VWG's woeful infotainment. Enjoy the car!
I've got one now as a rental for a week - the dual motor. The acceleration is mental! I love it.
Mental is a good word. I just bought bought a Tesla model 3 long range and I'm just giggling like a schoolgirl 🤣
Big fan of the Polestar brand and look and feel, definitely on my list for a future purchase. Great review Euan. 👍
Thanks for the comment Greig. It really is something else!
Great vid. Love that infotainment!
Thanks Wayne! Barring the Tesla that I just drove, it's probably the most futuristic infotainment I've tried.
Correction to my video... the Polestar 2 can now use Tesla Super Chargers as it has a Type 2 CCS connector. The max the battery can accept is 150kW of power. Also, the Polestar 1 is technically a PHEV so not 100% EVs from Polestar.
Another great video. What do you prefer this or the the EQC?
Thanks mate! It's hard to compare the 2 as the EQC felt more like a proper SUV in shape, but the Polestar feels a better value car overall. I think if the EQC was 10K cheaper I'd say it was one of the best premium family EV options out there.
Love the look of these, I believe this shape was to be the replacement for the V40 but was replaced with the XC40.
Hi Raymond, thanks for the comment. Yes, I think in the end the XC40 was the replacement for the V40 (video on my channel on both cars), but it definitely feels more like the S60 in some places imo.
There is a battery cooling radiator behind the grill; it is functional.
Thank you for pointing that out 👍
Just bought one of these bad boys and wow what a car. I know the Tesla Y makes more sense but I just hate the way it looks ! Here in the uk you hardly see any polestar 2s I’ve been asked a couple of times now what it is while charging up I love it 😍😍😍
Haha you may have seen I just bought the Tesla model 3 but this was my close second choice. It's a great EV.
@@car_babble I will check it out great choice !!!!
I really like the look of the polestar 2, not in a position to buy an EV at the moment but when I am it's going to be between this car and a byd seal
The Polestar 2 would definitely be worth considering. The BYD Seal would be a bit more unique though
Hi I enjoyed your review. How did you rate the braking?
Thank you! A while now since I drove it but the brakes were solid if I recall.
Ah, a launch edition car with Dual Motor Long Range, Pilot, Plus and the bigger wheels, but no Performance or Nappa Leather. I picked up the '22 model in late '21. Love the car. It does get more rear wheel drive centric though in the latest models, which I hear is good fun.
Thanks for the comment. Interesting point about the later models.
Yes, wow. It’s a great car…
If you really are disciplined with the accelerator,the consumption is 16ish kWh/100kms.. but if you really enjoy using the power..it goes up to 22kwh/100km ..but it's so much fun to do the latter😅
Lovely car. I like it over the Tesla 3.
It would be great if the Polstar 2 had a spare wheel though!
Thanks for the comment. It's amazing how few cars have spare wheels these days!
Why would you need a spare wheel? I have driven a lot since 1998 and never came into a situation in which that was necessary. Sure, it might happen, just like many other problems one may face while driving. But I wouldn't want to permanently carry this extra load for such a rare and unlikely event, especially not in an EV.
I absolutely love mine
.and I gave up an iconic GR Yaris for this..
Wow you gave up a GR Yaris for it!? Says a lot about the Polestar.
@@car_babble Yes, I sold my GR after 24 months of ownership,it couldn't replace the EVO I had prior and I used to own a lot of Volvo's ..and I saw the polestar and though I have to have a go at it ,test drove it and ordered it immediately(GR sold within hours..)..it felt so familiar.
The GR was fun but had some short-comings that stopped the "🔥 in my heart " it was a hoot ,and even after remapping etc ,it couldn't replace the spot left by the Evo 🤷 I must say it was easier to drive at 9/10ths than the Evo ..and it did go sideways(made you look brilliant) but that "special something" was missing. .i.e it didn't get your adrenaline pumping like the EVO (the EVO always rewarded the driver by trying to kill you 😅)
You get a key cover or use the activity key,it's tiny ,about the size of a usb stick .the remote is always at home
I am currently on a train to stockholm to go inspect both a tesla model 3 and polestar 2. Both are from 2021.
I cannot decide, what do you think?
It's close but I prefer the M3 as it just feels like a totally new car experience. If you do a lot of long journeys and need fast charging, it's a no brainer on the Tesla.
@@car_babble i dont get the ”long journeys is always a tesla” argument. I live in the EU and here tesla chargers are for everyone.
Sorry, didn't know that. In the UK it's not the case. Then it comes down to what preferences you have with a car. They both have strengths but I get a lot of satisfaction from my Tesla and it's insanely fast.
@@car_babble the horsepower of a p2 is like 50hp less than the tesla however the p2 has more torque so if you were to punch it the polestar would go faster in the beginning. And overall its not that much of a differenece. But thank you for your input :)
@TurboAutist-sg7lo they are both fast but the Tesla feels faster and steers better.
Top Gear used to rate cars by their 0-60 times and to this day, nobody knows why.... but here we are.
It is a fairly key barometer of performance... Certainly not what I would rate cars on, especially not sports cars.
@@car_babble Is it because in ye olde days of motoring, 60mph or even more curiously almost 100kmh; a far more measurable reference point, was at the top of the 3rd gear torque band? Otherwise, who cares ? In Britain, 'derestricted' roads started at 60mph and the national speed limit was equally arbitrarily set at 70mph, when most people travelled either by horse or by balloon!
Carwan kers!! Get the. Bus..its more fun..more action.
Ok 🤣
210 miles is just not enough :(
For some I think possibly not especially when the charging network sucks!
13 hours to charge 😂no thanks
Just charge it over night...
Horrible car for its orice
Should be 10k less than model 3
Its so tiny and has no space for anything inside the car
Even less than toyota prius
Test drove it and disappointed
If you are not small then dont bother
Thanks for the comment. I struggle to agree with your take and especially about the pricing but always good to get alternative view points.
JD Power rated the 2023 Polestar 2 is the worst rated car in its class. Quality and reliability is worst in the industry. check it out for yourself. The car is not sorted out yet.
Thanks for the feedback. I've been trying to find the evidence to back up what you say and can't find it. In fact, I can't find any report that says Polestar is rock bottom and JD power rated it "fair" on quality and reliability? Happy to be corrected!
That's complete rubbish. They mention range and storage but that's about it. Read some proper reviews of the car.
Tesla fanboy spotted