Earlier this 12 months, Polestar revealed less-expensive variations of its high-riding 2 EV five-door hatchback. All the main points of the brand new single-motor model and a paired down dual-motor variant had been revealed, save for the value. Now, that closing piece of the puzzle makes the 2022 Polestar 2 full and as promised, the chunky efficiency machine is simpler on the pockets.
Go for the one motor 2 and pricing begins at $45,900. That is a full $14,000 lower than the present $59,900 mannequin, although admittedly you get a lot much less in return. Amongst different issues, the brand new entry-level 2 with half the motors means roughly half the ability – particularly 231 hp (172 kW) turning simply the entrance wheels. Nonetheless, that additionally means a formidable EPA-estimated vary of 265 miles on a cost, which is a little more than the 260-mile estimate we had again in April.
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If twin motors and all-wheel drive are requirements, pricing for the higher-power Polestar 2 begins at $49,900. In brief, numerous add-ons that had been commonplace on the present mannequin are actually provided in non-compulsory packages, permitting consumers to spec out their 2 with the particular options they need. The $4,000 Plus Pack might be the go-to improve for many consumers, particularly these in colder climates because it encompasses a new warmth pump that may enhance vary by as much as 10 p.c. The Pilot Pack for $3,200 provides a bevy of driver-assist and security techniques, and the $5,000 Efficiency Pack options upgraded suspension, brakes, and snazzy wheels.
“We’re excited to introduce the expanded Polestar 2 vary, which affords a super configuration for each life-style,” stated Gregor Hembrough, head of Polestar in North America. “As we roll the model out to 20-plus new US markets this 12 months, now we have the product, pricing, and comfort to put Polestar on the prime of client purchasing lists.”
The 2022 Polestar 2 is now accessible for order on-line at Polster.com. For in-person automotive consumers, Polestar is rolling out 25 deliberate showrooms across the US by the top of 2021.
