New face, new tech specs. Here's a proper look at the refreshed 2023 Polestar 2
models, which have also changed ends in single-motor guise, the update should not only deliver a more dynamic driving experience, they also come with more power and improved driving range.The single-motor rear-wheel drive Polestar 2 models come in two flavours: standard and long range. Both feature ‘next-generation’ permanent magnet electric motors and silicon carbide inverters, and in many markets they also receive updated battery packs with improved efficiency.
The standard model features a 200kW motor – that’s equivalent to 268bhp – that produces 361lb ft. With a 69kWh battery pack, WLTPThe long-range Polestar 2 single-motor gets 220kW – 295bhp – and 361lb ft. An 82kWh battery pack delivers 395 miles WLTP driving range and 0-62mph in 6.2sec; that’s 52 miles and 1.2sec better than the old long-range FWD version could manage, helped by an extra 67bhp and 118lb ft.capability; the standard version is limited to 130kW DC.
With the 82kWh battery pack, the Polestar 2 Dual Motor’s driving range increases to 368 miles WLTP – a big 65-mile jump – while 0-62mph takes just 4.2sec, helped by the chunky 546lb ft of torque. Not enough? Then you’ll be wanting the Performance Pack, which boosts output to 350kW / 469bhp and drops the 0-62mph time to 4.2sec. Maximum claimed range is unaffected at 368 miles, and torque remains at 546lb ft.
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