New Polestar 2 Single Motor 2022 review - is it the pick of the range?
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This is the new entry-level, single motor version of the Polestar 2!
It doesn’t look all that different from the dual motor version, both on the outside and on the inside, so… what’s the point? Well, this single motor version is cheaper to buy, with prices starting from just £40,000!
It comes with a front-mounted motor and the choice of either a 61 kWh or 75 kWh battery size. The smaller battery has a claimed range of 273 miles and can produce 224hp, whilst the larger one offers 335 miles on a single charge and 231hp.
So, is this entry-level Polestar 2 an option worth considering, or would you be better off just paying the extra for the dual motor version? Stick with Mat to find out!
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:44 Exterior Design
1:38 Price
2:04 Motors & Batteries
3:10 Suspension
3:25 Driving
4:28 Brakes
4:48 Brake Test
4:59 Interior
6:04 Town Driving
7:19 Back Seats
8:01 Motorway Driving
8:39 Five Annoying Things
10:24 Five Cool Things
11:46 0-60mph
12:08 Verdict
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Is the Polestar 2 the best EV you can buy for £40,000 or less? LIKE if you agree, or COMMENT with what you'd choose instead!
Of course not !
Model 3, tho technically it’s £40,990
Something that requires petrol.
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Please put metric units next to the imperial ones in the video.
Even better, ONLY use metric units
@@djblackprincecdn Carwow caters mainly to UK users. And we use a silly, bastardised system of both imperial and metric. I agree with chiempi85 that they should put both in, but they shouldn't leave imperial out.
@@shehranazim4784 The Imperial System should be treated like an old dog on a farm, taken out to the back 40 and shot.
Agree
Yes pleas, it’s really useless to have these really nicely produced car reviews if you don’t make them useful for the whole of Europe…
Loving Mat's Reviews Lately, Keep Them Coming!
I love the way you capitalise the first letter of every word you type. Keep Words Capitalised!
@@joenest2122 It’s The Way My Keyboard Types Idk Why
The whole point of this version is its range, not performance. So for someone who needs 540km (335miles) but do not want Tesla Model 3 (I really, really tried I just can't like that car) now there is some more choice.
We have also Ford Mach-E single e-motor with extended range battery with 610km (381miles) of range , though it cost a bit more. And some other models in this price range.
Things are getting more serious in EV world. It is still not quite there. We can see companies are a bit lost in their approach. Not to mention the whole situation with recharging stations.
But it is getting better. While I do not plan to buy this year, I think next year will be the one, as we will have way more models to choose from (Chinese might join the game with stronger offer), the charging network will be in much better shape and hopefully the prices will stabilise a bit.
Model3 is good in any aspects except its front face, I just don't like it, and also the minimalistic interior. This looks like a good alternative so far.
Tesla Model 3 has a McDonalds happy meal level interior. You dont want that shit.
@@mycomputergl0wsblu I tried one just yesterday. It’s not too bad but it is for the price range though. I would rather go for an European EV or the Match-e
@@csfynabranch4496 That being said, the minimalistic interior in the Model 3 makes for some really good storage space and legroom in the front. We are a family of 4 and there are no issues with luggage or interior storage space, thats a point the PS2 fails at. Cupholders are not good, conflict with arm rest, and also very cramped width regarding to legroom in the front. I suggest everyone to sit, try and drive before deciding what to go for.
I like this comment. I'd like sporty from an EV, but realistically in terms of my money situation, I'm aiming to buy an electric SUV by 2024. My #1 choice is the Audi Q4 E-tron 50 Quattro.
Been in love with this car from day one. And everything I love about it is still here in the cheaper version. Good job Polstar! Now I just need to find 40 grand.
Invest in tesla stocks
@@Professor-Scientist But to make 40.000 return i need to invest a lot of noney. By the time i receive that amount they already released a newer version
You can fuel it with your future easy😉
Cheaper version. CHEAP. must be joking.
I have 40 grand. Now what should I spend it on...?
I am so addicted to mat's reviews
Love the review - planning a test drive now. Any chance of a video review of the Hyundai Ionic 5?
Based Like a BMW 3 Series,Audi A4,Mercedes C Class,Tesla Model 3,Acura TLX,Lexus IS 500,Infiniti Q50 & Genesis G70
No, it’s quite a lot bigger than most of those as far as I can tell..
@@ascgazz7347 What No Fair is Correct The Polestar 2 is Midsize Sedan Compared with BMW 3 Series or Mercedes C Class & Same Like a Tesla Model 3
I like lamborghini huracan avantador
@@rakhsiprayogo82 I think we may have a language barrier.. I’m not exactly sure what we are talking about now 🤷♂️
@@ascgazz7347 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️ How About Polestar 2 rivals
1:32 actually, the headlight washers have been removed from the MY22 model (all versions). The white one in the video is a MY21 dual motor.
The driving shots always look excellent
guy at the end of my street has one lovely looking thing thing is fast when he launched it i have to say it looks solid like a tank
I agree. Looks very… sturdy. I cant explain it but I love the looks
Mat, they probably opted for FWD instead of rear because Scandinavia is going to be a good chunk of the market for this car. And, as a person living in the mountains, I can assure you, it's AWD or FWD, rear week drive in winter is way more dangerous.
Get snow tires on a RWD car and you will do better than a FWD car on normal tires. Also, the FWD snow advantage evaporated in an EV because the weight distribution is no longer putting most of the weight over the front tires. That’s what helps fwd cars in snow. EVs are usually 50/50 or even slightly rearward biased. Model 3 has 53% of its weight over the rear wheels. On snow tires it’s plenty capable, probably more so than this 2.25 ton front wheel drive car.
@@fields1 Dude, we HAVE to get winter tires for our cars. Anything else is illegal. Summer tires on any car mid-winter in Norway is a no-go suicide mission. Obviously Marius Budin is right here.
Totally agree with u.
@@expertice the issue is that in an EV the weight distribution is farther back (normally closer to 50/50) than any ICE FWD car which usually has 60-70% of the weight over the front tires. With a 50/50 weight distribution , the advantage of FWD is reduced greatly as there’s not a heavy engine sitting over top of the front wheels. Model 3 for example has 47% F/53% R weight distribution.
I would rather have a RWD EV with a 50/50 weight distribution and snow tires than a FWD car with 50/50 weight distribution on snow tires, especially when the FWD car weighs 350kg more than the RWD model. Just look up Hyundai Kona Electric or Kia Niro EV or Chevrolet Bolt (Opel Ampera-E) wheelspin. They’re not the greatest in snow.
@@fields1 winter tires are required by law where I live from November to April, trust me you need both things
Mat mat mat.... Do a drag race with that Citroen Ami
Yes, AMI vs professional cyclist and runner!
Or Ami vs Twizzy
i would definitely consider this, as a potential car that I wanted to buy
Pedant mode: If its a single speed geabox its not automatic or manual, its just a reduction gearbox. Automatic implies it does gear changing.
Agree with you Matt. I think it’s the pick of the range. It’s just a shame you don’t get adaptive cruise as standard. I know you compared it to the ID3 but I bet this is better built inside and out. And the operating system is miles better. Good review.
A Single Motor Car for My Single Little Life...I think this is the car for me!
Love the review! Good to see pros and cons.
Perfect comparison video. Thanks!
czcams.com/video/KXYoZtm_cVg/video.html
I test drove the polestar with dual motor with performance pack and it's fun but the top acceleration is uncomfortably strong, and the suspension is much too firm for me. I think the single motor with pilot and plus packs is a great choice, fast and powerful enough for 99% of drivers, super comfortable and technology-wise just as good as the top of the range model. I disagree with Mat on one thing though and that is rear seat leg room. If the front seats are set for a relatively tall driver say around 185cm tall, the seat behind it will be quite tight space wise.
tbh, I just wish the single motor version is a RWD instead of a FWD. Unless they knew people would upgrade to the AWD version to avoid the FWD. I know I'm one of them.
Finally a car that is fantastic that my parents can afford
A little overpriced imo
But for an electric car it's pretty good value
Congrats for your rich parents :)
@@gordonnorris4202 lol
Get a Tesla Model 3, its even cheaper and has better performance lol
@@trentox6713 excatly, and for 40 grand the car only goes 100mph ???? who would buy this shitbox lmfao
I seriously love you guys
Congrats for 6M subs lets get to 10M
I hope one day having those cars🔥🔥
I love polestars. Hopefully they are still available when I’m older.
If you've seen the precept I'm sure they'll be around and even better. Although they really need to move that lidar sensor. Really ruins an otherwise stunning design
Love the numbers on screen!
I'm addicted to your videos... 😊
I’ve seen one in black and it’s quite appealing.
which is good, as that is the free colour.
I have the AWD version. The acceleration is really fun but now my daughters only want my wife to drive my new car. So...
buy a new car
Hi matt are you fine. Thank you so much for this videos
Mat Watson make you watch carwow not only for the cars he make the video an entertainment experiment. 👍 good job Mat and keep going.
I think they should have put the motor in the rear. It would just be more fun and make it a bit more appealing. But I guess that isn't the market they're going for
I would love to see about the Mercedes future hybrid/electric power train.
Great video! Just in time for my decision!
Did you mention that the car you drove was equiped with the Plus Pack?
Mat review so fun I love that 💕
9:58 I felt the cruel pleasure on his face
He could have mentioned though that you do not even need the key. Just use your phone instead or put the key in a nice cover or pouch.
@@stefhendricks The point is not about what you can do to work around the issue, the point is about the quality you're getting for the money.
Matt if i remember correctly you can soften the damping on the ohlins to make them more softer so they are better than the normal suspension you get without the performance pack
Yes. You have to manually do it. Polestar recommends that you bring the vehicle in and have them do it, lest you void your warranty.
Am addicted to mat.... The reviews is good
Nice, I like this. Interesting to know what the servicing costs and intervals are.
Wow you look so enthused reviewing this.
Honestly, I envy you guys that live in a country with rapidly growing charging station locations. I live in a developing country and the only charging stations available are either in houses or dealerships
take a walk then.why not
so just charge in your house then
Stalking your channel for a video to show up😂😂
Hey! Could you please do a in depth review of new Grand Cherokee L?
My dad will get the Polestar 2 dual motor and we weren't considering the Performance Pack and even the guy at the car dealer said that the brakes were rarely used as you will only use the regenerative braking and the suspension was the same unless you want to drive it around a track are much better for comfort.
The Polestar is Chinese. China (Geely) are in the process of moving Volvo to China as they slowly hollow out western industry and jobs. They cannot get traction with their own brands so they use western brands against us. This hollowing out will eventually hollow out every single sector as they move all industries in house to China.
China are literally an enemy, that may sound like hyperbole but it manifestly isn't. They are a communist/totalitarian regime. Partnership is not a part of their thinking process. It is the cover they use to slowly dismember western economies. They do not want partnership they want control and ownership. This is an will increasingly bleed in to political control and eventually erosion of western freedoms. China simply cannot allow freedom of thought or speech, it is not only antithetical but an existential threat to their regime. They cannot limit restrictions of freedom to their own country as this is a constant pressure on their regime. So they need to extinguish freedom in as many places as possible. All empires spread their model.
This will eventually be true for us. We are walking ourselves in to totalitarian control. If you think it seems too far fetched then you need to think deeper and harder. If you think this process will be benign, it will not be. They will slowly tighten their grip on democracy. Your government will be controlled by China, you will not be allowed to change your government and your government will impose every single decision handed down by China. You will not be able to protest or question this decision. You and your children will grow up without any freedom for the rest of your/their lives. As one example China force sterilises people, in the 80's Chinese themselves, now Uyghurs.
I can see this as a more practical alternative to other EVs. Everyone doesn't want loud and in-your-face vehicles. Many prefer the subtle options.
This car isn’t the least bit subtle
@@jonathanfields4ever in comparison to the others it is
@@Alphahydro No way. The styling is really bold.
I like that it says "I'm a car" without shouting "I'M AN EV!!" But then again, now that the "traditional" car makers are joining with EV car production many are just cars that happen to be EV's these days
I m in luv wit the Design
7:35 A RECARO BABY SEAT! BRILLIANT!
😂🤘
“Unless you’re a really boring anorak-y kind of person” - I feel seen.
Zach Claudino! I Just Love The Comment! ❤️
IT WAS ABOUT TIME MAT! Finally a Carwow review on my Polestar 2 :-)
@@bigstu4700 it looks like mostly screen with a few touch buttons near the gear selector.
Erm, it was already reviewed about a year ago... czcams.com/video/rEsqhY9TCt8/video.html
@@everpuremusic Erm, clearly reading isn't your thing... Review on the single motor/standard range...
@@LERobbo It is literally the same car, except 1 or 2 motors...
@@everpuremusic Different battery capacity and therefore range, different motor, etc... At least do your homework.
love youre
videos
From Argentina with love....
Challenges to being an early adopter! My Polestar 2 EV was in the Volvo/Polestar service dept for the 2nd time in its short lease life, this time for 26 days, to try to fix software and possibly hardware issues. With the help/intervention of Polestar corporate, the car was finally returned yesterday afternoon with 45% remaining so I plugged it in and I couldn't immediately charge it. Back to the service dept today; the brutal saga continues! According to IHS Markit, forecasted expected volume for 2021 is only about 250 vehicles/month. Polestar corporate, its PS2 vehicle, the customer service team, vehicle repair services, and parts inventory are clearly not ready for prime time in the US! It is not like you can go to another dealer or repair shop; your are stuck with the one service location and team. Lesson learned?
Noted! Do you regret purchasing the car at this point? I have been looking into this car, but from what you’re saying it sounds like I should wait!
@@ryanpowell2793 yes; it has a lot to offer but being an earlier adopter I was not prepared and quickly became impatient and frustrated but some owners are more patient and really love it; a tough call!
Do you think newer models have improven and are more durable?
Finally a car that looks more like a car than an alien to me
Are you mad or are you mad
I hope to own one soon love it
Beautiful look. I like the interior
The only thing about the brand is... once you think of an exotic dancer, you'll never hear Polestar the same again!
Never thought of it from that perspective but now I want the Polestar even more!
Mat are you going to the pulse rally?
10:42 the way mat closed the bonnet is not human
That looks COOL
"2:10 single speed automatic gearbox" that's sound awesome I'll take two
Most e-cars are single speed auto
@@glammapaki as opposed to manually switching between your one gear.
Hi Matt, could you do an in-depth review of the new Hyundai Ionic 5 please? Cheers
Enjoyed the video review but why the choice of the smaller motor over the bigger motor? Are all other specs the same?
Saw one yesterday and it shifted my thinking....
Love mat Watson's way of reviewing cars
This is my dream car tho 💕
Please do a review of the XC40 P6 as well 😊
Hi carwow, please reiview some 15-20 year old cars like the jaguar s type. Love to see them.
Lovely car. Wonderful sticker with specs, and brilliant decision to remove the rear motor instead of the front to lay down those 231 torque-steer HP.
Was this sarcasm? I thought tq-steer was a bad thing
Regarding the key, you're not supposed to use it other than a backup. Install the phone app, pair it with your car and it will automatically unlock for you as long as your phone is in your pocket. It's basically a keyless car.
Stupid idea. So you forget to charge your phone (or you lose it) and suddenly you can't start the car. Brilliant! Yes, you can lose keys too but its a lot harder as you're not constantly taking them out of your pocket or bag.
I use my phone for a lot of other stuff. I pay with it, I start the climate control with it, I Identify myself with it. If the battery ran out or I lost it, I would have a bunch of bigger problems than having to fetch the backup key to get in the car. I would never forget my phone, but occationally I pull the cars door handle in vain because the key is in another pair of trousers.
@@voltaelektrifiera3556 Might be tricky getting the backup key if you're 100 miles from home. I would suggest being stuck with a 2 ton brick that the AA/RAC have no chance of starting is a bit more of a problem than not being able to whatsapp.
Yes, a lot of things get tricky if your phone runs out of battery when you're 100 miles from home. Better keep it charged.
@@voltaelektrifiera3556 For you maybe. If mine ran out it would hardly be a show stopper but each to their own.
Do the Infiniti Q60s (red sport) vs the 3.0 liter Supra vs the Mustang GT
Great video!😸
It looks okay, personally I would pick it up over a Tesla.
@Katja Wilkinson lmao look at the tesla quality
@@ethanmatthews7984 Look at their newest cars not their cars from 2 years ago
@@ethanmatthews7984 Mat himself has reviewed the new one and said quality was great so shush about the quality, find something else about Tesla’s to complain about
@@seppie8191 yoke steering wheel and the model 3 looks like a whale
@Katja Wilkinson at least it has a drivers display, and buttons so you don't have to use voice controls and repeat your self 3 times
One of my dads friends has one, we went out in it last week and I was blown away by it.
Hey Matt, can you do a review on the best electric towing vehicles? It’s for my parents 😃
That'll be a short video.
A colleague has one of these cars and I recently sat as a passenger on a 150-mile trip. I am a big chap - ex-rugby prop. The rear seats were an absolute impossibility. The front seats were really rather small - both width and length. Anyone 6 feet and above beware. Everything else was really impressive, ride, acceleration handling etc.
It a normal sized car inside and like every car there will be people who will find it too small.
Those yellow belts should be an option on any model 😁
10:43 what is up with that huge bend in the hood it's supposed to be a premium brand
he cleary didnt shut it properly
@@implodingbaby Yeah, you aren't supposed to slam it down like that.
There are 2 latches - Mat only closed on one side. So many reviewers do this mistake, but not Sandy Munro😀 - he immediately saw this construction and explained why it's good and consequently closed it properly.
Great color! What option is that?
i'm prefer the polstar because the volwagen id3 is a VAN and the mustang is not a mustang! the polestar has a realy dashboard and not a vanity mirror behind the steering wheel
100mph top speed? Yeah this car ain't gonna be sold in Germany
They want to get rid of the autobahn anyway though..
@@mar0239 they do? When did they say that?
@@mar0239 no they don’t….. some fractions were talking about limiting it to 130 km/h… ain’t happening tho
@@wassimsayeg2348 ehh it will sadly, matter of time tbh.. nowadays only the lefties caring about climate get their will
I would prefer it to be rear wheel drive, but Volvo is a northern company, and front wheel drive is much better on the snow and ice. Love the android OS, like the range, hope they sell well!
I live in Norway and FWD Volvos are usually much better than most other FWD cars in snow. It feels confident moving and also easier getting out of snow.
@@aaa84gt Volvos are really good in the snow.
U should do Ram 1500 vs Ford Raptor vs Silverado vs GMC Sierra vs Hilux vs amarok vs Nissan Titan vs suzuki d max
Btw all should be 2021 models
drag race rolling race and brake test maybe off road test also
This is the ultimate pick up race
Or
Caddilac Escalade vs chevy thaoe vs GMC Yukon vs land cruiser vs Nissan patrol
2021 models
Pls do one or both of these
Still waiting for Matt to have his own tv show, it’s coming
What happened to the car thet you bought for your mum? Will you share video about it?
“Easy-Peasy-Lemon-Squeezey”. Yup, I heard that on Raiti’s Ride review. I’m sure you’d like the way he reviews but have typical American humour unlike British way. But I love both of you ‘cause I’m neither British nor American, lol
Definitely looks like a fancy scion tc
We need our lovely mothers vds more ❤️❤️
The interior colors are sooooo dull :(
He looks great. Great electric car! Thanks for the review! ☺️
You should review the new hyundai ioniq 5, its amazing
If this thing comes on sale in my country, they gonna sell it much more than what the two motor version costs.
it is stunning
Love a bit of carwow to start off the day
It Looks Like a Volvo!
@@birdsrainforest429 It's because the ceo of polestar is the designer of volvo
@@parv2saucy109 Oh! I See The Lights just looking at Volvo Style!
@@parv2saucy109 And I’ve Also subscribed to your channel as a help!
@@birdsrainforest429 To me?
Edit 3 seconds later after checking account: mate there was no need to do that but thanks I guess!
How does it compare to the Mach-E RWD?
That colour is by far and away the best looking.
I would have preferred the single motor version being RWD
It’s a Swedish car and rwd is terrible in snowy conditions, especially with the torque of an electrical motor. I agree that it would be more fun but it doesn’t make sense
Uhh you won't be drifting down a mountain
Fair point
Guy Martin driving new hyundai EV the other night was interesting... meant to be 300 mile range he got 200, half the chargers didn't work and it cost loads more than a diesel would... they're still at least 2 years off being practical.
Was that the new ioniq?
@@jacobturner8965 that's it yeah, brand new model yet range is pathetic in real world.
Seems that the dual motor version does have fog lights in front which the single motor version does not. Also the dual motor version seems to have additional parking sensor in front and back sides which are missing in the single motor version.
you got optional packs, they are identical besides the motors.
Hmm, yes. Quite nice. I'll have the wagon version with normal ride height please.
That's called Volvo V60. ;)