Polestar 2 Charge Spec and Overview

Polestar 2 Charge Spec and Overview

The Polestar 2 is a fully electric medium sedan with a more traditional car-like driving position compared to SUVs. Polestar, once a performance modifier for Volvo, has evolved into an all-electric vehicle brand with its headquarters in Sweden. The Polestar 2 competes with the Tesla Model 3 and offers several variants: Standard Range 2WD, Long-Range 2WD, Long-Range AWD, and Performance AWD.


Battery Capacity

Polestar 2:

  • Standard Range 2WD: 69 kWh (67 kWh usable)
  • Long Range 2WD: 82 kWh (79 kWh usable)
  • Long Range AWD: 82 kWh (79 kWh usable)

Energy Consumption (WLTP Test Cycle)

  • Long Range Single Motor (RWD): 15.8 kWh/100 km

Driving Range

  • Standard Range 2WD:
    • WLTP: 546 km
  • Long Range 2WD:
    • WLTP: 655 km
    • EPA: 515 km
  • Long Range AWD:
    • WLTP: 593 km
    • EPA: 444 km
  • Performance AWD:
    • WLTP: 568 km
    • EPA: 398 km

AC Charging Max Rates

  • Single-phase: 7.4 kW max
  • Three-phase: 11 kW max

DC Fast Charging

The Polestar 2 supports DC fast charging using the CCS2 connector:

  • Max DC Charging Speed:
    • Standard Range: 135 kW
    • Long Range: 205 kW
  • Charging from 0 to 80% in approximately 32–40 minutes

Approximate Charging Times

Charging Method Standard Range (69 kWh) Long Range (82 kWh)
10A Powerpoint 34 hours 41 hours
15A (Caravan Outlet) 20 hours 23 hours
32A (1-phase Home EVSE) 10 hours 12 hours
32A (3-phase Public EVSE) 7 hours 8 hours
DC Fast Charging (50kW) 70 minutes 80 minutes
DC Fast Charging (200+kW) 40 minutes 32 minutes

Performance

  • Max Power:
    • Standard Range 2WD: 170 kW
    • Long Range 2WD: 170 kW
    • Long Range AWD: 300 kW
    • Performance AWD: 350 kW
  • Acceleration (0-100 km/h):
    • Standard Range 2WD: 7.4 seconds
    • Long Range 2WD: 7.4 seconds
    • Long Range AWD: 4.7 seconds
    • Performance AWD: 4.2 seconds

Dimensions and Storage

  • Length: 4606 mm
  • Width (mirrors out): 1985 mm
  • Height: 1479 mm
  • Boot Volume:
    • 405 L (seats up)
    • 1095 L (seats down)
    • Front boot (frunk): 31 L

Towing Capacity

  • 1500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked

Disclaimer

The information provided above is intended as a general guide only. Specifications and charging times may vary based on several factors. Always confirm with the manufacturer for the most up-to-date information before making any purchase decisions.

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