Swedish EV maker Polestar has unveiled its first SUV – a automotive which is predicted to turbo-charge the model’s gross sales.
Priced from £79,900, it was even be the primary Polestar to be produced on two continents – Chengdu, China and Ridgeville, South Carolina.
Polestar 3 will compete with different electrical SUVs within the premium sector, together with the Jaguar I-Tempo, BMW iX, Mercedes-Benz EQC and Audi e-tron.
It’ll launch with a dual-motor powertrain, which in customary kind produces 483bhp and 618lb ft of torque. That’s sufficient to energy the two.5-tonne 4×4 from 0-62mph in 5.0sec and on to a high velocity of 130mph.
An non-compulsory Efficiency Pack provides an additional 27bhp and 51lb ft, shaving 0.3sec off the 0-62mph dash.
Extra importantly to some, the lengthy Vary Polestar 3 may have a 111kWh lithium ion battery that has a claimed vary of as much as 379 miles and a peak charging fee of 250kW. It’s additionally able to bidirectional vehicle-to-grid charging and encompasses a warmth pump as customary.
The automotive’s rakish profile is harking back to a stretched Volvo C40 Recharge, whereas aerodynamic touches embrace air channels on the entrance of the bonnet, plus a raised spoiler on the high of the tailgate.
The supplies used inside Polestar 3 have been chosen for his or her sustainability credentials. These embrace bio-attributed MicroTech, animal welfare-certified leather-based and totally traceable wool upholsteries.
“Polestar 3 is a strong electrical SUV that appeals to the senses with a definite, Scandinavian design and wonderful driving dynamics,” mentioned Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO.
“It takes our manufacturing footprint to the following stage, bringing Polestar manufacturing to the US. We’re proud and excited to increase our portfolio as we proceed our fast development.”
