Polestar 2 Review: Tesla Model 3 rival 0-60, range, charging, top speed, 1/4 mile | Top Gear

The Polestar 2 is Volvo's ~£50k all-electric answer to the Tesla Model 3. Volvo's pencils are undeniably sharper than Elon's, and the interior will take some beating too. Superchargers, you say? Well, admittedly, the only 'super' thing about the Polestar's charging is all the opportunities you'll have to make friends with the service station staff whilst you wait, but friendship is a beautiful thing, isn't it? That's the basics, now let Top Gear Magazine's Ollie Kew take you on a thorough tour of the Polestar 2.

0:00 Intro
1:09 Figures
1:30 Styling
2:33 Tech
3:23 0-60 acceleration, 0-100, 1/4 mile
5:13 Ride
6:00 Battery
6:45 Is it practical?
7:20 Weight
7:51 Top Speed
9:54 Handling
11:05 Range
11:41 Verdict

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[brendanyoutube]

Im getting pretty sick of reviewers knocking the Ohlins dampers. If they're too firm for you, soften them up. THATS EXACTLY THE POINT

[thereissomecoolstuff]

The suspension has a zero-20 adjustable dampers. Race mode 4-4. Comfort 18-19 front and rear settings.

[theherborist]

Own this car and love every moment of it!

[cllris]

Saw one of these in person for the first time yesterday. Amazed how compact it was. Expected to be like an SUV but it felt more modern hatchback size.

[adaswordlace]

I'm waiting to get the call that mine is ready for delivery and everything about this video reinforced that it's EXACTLY the car for me. I'm so stoked for my mountain driving

[lukesblog]

Only about 9 months later than the other reviews 👀

[itisjustacomment]

"Started with this" ? Polestar has been tuning Volvos for 2 and a half decades now plus a racing team.
Let's not mention the history of the brand hey?

[greggsmith]

You can achieve anything you put your mind to, you just have to take the first step.

[TexRobNC]

I totally get the desire for suspension adjustment at the touch of a button. I offroad my WRX a little, and have been researching and waiting for just the ride adjustable ride height system for the aftermarket to come along. I think people have underestimated how much people like me would LOVE to have a multi-purpose car/wagon that can do the street and off road without being a pickup or an SUV

[benjaminsmith]

Honestly, it seems you went out of your way to find fault with the vehicle. I think it's a better vehicle than you go on about.

[firstnamesecondname]

Having been using electric cars since 2018 and tens of thousands of electric ⚡️ miles covered, the number of times I’ve actually needed to charge on route or been caught short is three (not three hundred or even thirty but three, that’s it). for most drivers at home driveway or charging at the office will meet nearly 100% of their charging needs.. the over night top up even at 3Kw is more than enough to keep drivers going even a 100 mile daily commute, not to mention there’s the added advantage of pre heating or cooling while it’s connected to the mains

[MrelixGaming]

Well the car looks very nice and reminds me of a Volvo.

[rbob]

Just started work there today, and by god.... the Polestar 4 is looking awesome...

[Akkbar]

That looks more like a “cross over” mini SUV then a sedan/station wagon (estate car equivalent in USA). Am I tripping?

[squirrelmaster]

I love my Polestar 2 : ) handles just amazing, it drives with confidence and predictability. commuting i get 230 miles on 90% charge : )

[christianurban]

Personally I don't find the design particularly special. It's a crossover with the current Volvo design language. This car in particular seems to be a little to high and narrow to really be considered beautiful. The same design language on the Polestar 1 or other Volvo V90 looks much better!

[Paul_xyz_YT]

I really enjoyed this video. It covered the things I'm interested in knowing without the fluff.

[eichler]

I think the car looks amazing and I would buy it over a Model 3 as its a daily car for me not my only car. Still need my fun weekend car though.

[bryanrussellng]

damn the polestar 2 looks sick too bad it's not for sale in Indonesia

[Cade_V]

I loved the Polestar 1 but not sure how to feel about the second one, seems a bit weird to me..