Volvo Polestar 2 - The First Electric Car to Compete Marketplace

All that you need to know about the Volvo Polestar 2

The next step in its development as the electric brand with the new Polestar 2, has taken to the roads. The new all-electric fastback brings electric performance cars to a broader audience. It offers avant-garde design and unique experience in the premium compact electric segment. Polestar 2 is the first electric car to compete in the marketplace, with a guide price of $63,000.00 less the federal incentive of $7,500, which is equal to $55,500 for the launch edition. In this blog, we will discuss the Volvo Polestar 2 first electric car.

“Polestar 2 is our first fully electric car and everything about it has been designed with passion. However, the forthcoming launch of a portfolio of fully electric cars, Polestar is determined to address the world’s air quality challenges. Polestar delivers electric performance cars that are great to own,” says Thomas Ingenlath, Chief Executive Officer of Polestar. 

Compact Modular Architecture Platform

Polestar 2 is a premium five-door fastback with two electric motors. Also, a 78 kwh battery capacity. Additionally, it will enable a targeted range of 500 km, based on Volvo Car Group’s adaptable Compact Modular Architecture platform (CMA). The 27-module battery is integrated into the floor and contributes to the rigidity of the chassis. This improves the car’s noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) levels. An electric brand, the road noise has been reduced by 3.7 dB compared to a traditional chassis.

Strategic Collaborations

Volvo Polestar will answer the question of charging Polestar 2 with a smart and extensive approach. However, with a connected digital solution available both in-car, Polestar is setting up strategic collaborations to give Polestar 2 owners easy access to the world’s largest public charging networks. The all-wheel-drive electric power train in Polestar 2 produces 300 kW (408 hp) and 660 Nm (487 lb-ft). 

Infotainment System

Polestar provides three levels of regenerative braking, capable of bringing the car to a complete stop. The dynamic chassis improves driving with Ohlins dampers, Brembo brakes and unique 20-inch forged wheels. The Polestar’s signature gold seat belts, brake calipers, and valve caps complete the visuals. Additionally, Polestar 2 is embedded with an infotainment system powered by Android, which provides a solid digital environment for apps. Its natural voice control and a new 11-inch touch screen display bring the new interface to life. It brings embedded Google services, including the Google Assistant, Google Maps, and the Google Play Store. 

Smart Features

Phone-as-key technology enables car sharing, as well as Polestar’s connected services such as pick-up. It allows Polestar 2 to sense the driver upon approach. Smart features like enlarged graphics in the instrument cluster allow the driver to easily see the charging status before entering the car. The Polestar 2 can predetermine the driver’s next move with a prepared cabin and quick start sequence. Design features include Pixel LED headlights and proximity lighting which enable a unique welcome sequence.

Polestar’s now-signature frameless side mirrors and the Polestar logo is reflected onto the car’s panoramic glass roof. Polestar 2 will be available for ordering online, and Pre-orders are open at polestar.com. Polestar enjoys specific technological synergies with Volvo Cars from significant economies of scale as a result.