Polestar 2 - A Tesla Accomplice, At Last? | FULLY CHARGED for Clean Energy & Electric Vehicles

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Ahhh, Polestar 2, we've been expecting you... here's the Fully Charged verdict!
The exquisitely beautiful Polestar 2 leaves Robert literally lost for words but how does it compare to the Tesla Model 3? On every point of reference, the Polestar 2 is seriously impressive and it's really only the lack of charging infrastructure, that Tesla offer, holding this back from being the equal of the Tesla Model 3. The exciting thing about this car is, that as it's 100% manufactured in China, they should be able to scale up to mass manufacture them. For easy reference, use the Timestamps listed below...
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction to Polestar 2
1:17 First Impressions
3:07 Android Interface
3:59 Made in China
5:15 Impressive Acceleration & Handling
6:00 Obvious Comparisons to Tesla Model 3
6:53 Stat Attack
8:05 One Tiny Problem
09:07 No Killer, All Thriller
10:04 Charging Details
10:58 Exterior Aesthetics, Frunk & Boot
14:15 In Summary
15:12 Independent Perspective
16:18 On Track
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LIKE if you're impressed by this electric car & SHARE if you want you to bring Polestar 2 to the attention of a wider audience. Full description below.. Ahhh, Polestar 2, we've been expecting you... here's the Fully Charged verdict! The exquisitely beautiful Polestar 2 leaves Robert literally lost for words but how does it compare to the Tesla Model 3? On every point of reference, the Polestar 2 is seriously impressive and it's really only the lack of charging infrastructure, that Tesla offer, holding this back from being the equal of the Tesla Model 3. The exciting thing about this car is, that as it's 100% manufactured in China, they should be able to scale up to mass manufacture them. *For easy reference, use the Timestamps listed below...* Fully Charged is 100% independent thanks to KZbin Memberships (join above) and Patreons (join via www.patreon.com/FullyChargedShow). Online News, Views & Reviews: fullycharged.show LIVE exhibitions in USA, UK & Europe: fullycharged.show/events/ Guidebook to Clean Energy & Electric Vehicles: www.amazon.co.uk/Fully-Charge... Twitter: twitter.com/FullyChargedShw Instagram: instagram.com/fullycharge... Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to Polestar 2 1:17 First Impressions 3:07 Android Interface 3:59 Made in China 5:15 Impressive Acceleration & Handling 6:00 Obvious Comparisons to Tesla Model 3 6:53 Stat Attack 8:05 One Tiny Problem 09:07 No Killer, All Thriller 10:04 Charging Details 10:58 Exterior Aesthetics, Frunk & Boot 14:15 In Summary 15:12 Independent Perspective 16:18 On Track

[@DavidChow]

I think the challenge for Polestar owners will be charging for long journeys. There are still not enough 150kW Polar chargers in the UK and IONITY is extremely expensive as PlugSurfing won't benefit from the discounted rates that say Ford, Mercedes or Porsche will.

[@carssucksince1800s]

It does look like a good car and I'm glad that it is coming to make EV market more available to consumers. Styling is pretty good, though looks a bit large for how much cargo it has compared to even model 3. Range is good and I'm not sure what made you compare the performance model 3 range to this, Tesla has superior range. It looks like it is close in efficiency to a Model 3, but with 78kWh pack it's clearly less efficient. Price in US seems to be more expensive than a LR AWD with FSD Model 3. 0-60 of a Model 3 is now 4.4 on the website, but in reality it can do 4.2 and 3.9 with boost upgrade. Range is 322, though I'd count more real world closer to 300. And in the end, it doesn't matter if a car manufacturer makes similar or better vehicle in the future, the charging infrastructure, at least in US, cannot be beat when going with a Tesla.

[@JonathanEzor]

I suspect the sensors in the back, that allow the opening/closing of the hatchback, were reacting to the proximity of you and/or the charger and wouldn't close. Safety thing.

[@carlodanese9120]

So the obvious question is, which is the best car that you've ever driven?

[@vvsandgaming4648]

What about a spare tire? Can a spare tire fit in that extra space in the boot?

[@AM-du7si]

Let's just take a moment to appreciate the production of this video!

[@JJ-zg1hh]

Yep, it's genuinely first class. Quality stuff and the FC team an quite rightly be very proud of what they're achieved. I'm hoping they produce something 'feature length' soon to really cement their position, as I'm sure it would be a hit.

[@SocialTrading]

I was wondering what camera they're using...

[@thumper1747]

A M agreed, it’s how a motoring programme should look and behave, very informative and transparent

[@mariocar92]

I love how he includes numbers for both the side of the world he is from and the one that I’m from. Thanks for the extra work

[@numberphive4592]

First class production. You have to love Robert’s enthusiasm. Presentation made even better with the absence of one of his rants. Well done team.

[@BezBog]

You are gradually reaching “Top Gear” production quality. Kudos guys, I’ve been following you for years and you are constantly improving!

[@Phoen1x883]

@@dlwatib Top Gear _production quality._

[@Phoen1x883]

Could use more physical vibration damping for rolling shots and maybe some panning in the drone shots (but being able to do that is entirely dependent on how fine the control their gimbal provides is). And those quibbles are really all I came up with without going through it a seconds time. Really quite well made.

[@JohnSmith-gb3fr]

They have been at the same level for years. Watch the New Nissan leaf Review from a couple of years ago

[@Miata822]

I see Robert is reaching the Top Gear level of lane keeping as well.

[@Jonas-jq5xl]

Not just in production quality, but in charm, and a fundamental feeling that they love what they are doing. I think that's what really made Top gear work.

[@miltonmiller]

As a well informed and committed Tesla fan (one that actually read the mission statement) I am very happy to see that other companies are coming up with cars that are attractive and competitive. Every new BEV is one less ICE vehicle on the roads. We need MORE of it.

[@polarbear1291]

Its going to be incredible witnessing the ENTIRE OVERHAUL of the current automotive industry and infrastructure that will change with it!!!! This will be something to remember over the coming years.

[@Ingens_Scherz]

Idiot.

[@winstoncat6785]

Quite scary that the first real equal to a Tesla M3 is Chinese. VW are nowhere near when you see this, and although it may take a while, people will work that out in the end. But battery day is coming and will presumably be something very significant, and when the Berlin factory opens, many predict price cuts for European M3's and Y's. So it's till advantage Tesla in the war, even if this particular skirmish s very even. If only the Polestar could use superchargers.

[@sookoll23]

@TEC Man I mean, it's literally the Americans (Ford) who sold the company to the Chinese. That's the entire reason why the Chinese now own a reputable car brand (Volvo). So blame Ford for that.

[@alizcool1]

You don't actually believe the electric movement has anything to do with the planet do you? Once batteries become in demand the mining will go nuts and we will end up with a new problem.

[@stephanielongden597]

I don't know who the presenter is but I like him. He has such a lovely personality and voice.

[@adamcaldwell1967]

He's kryten from red dwarf if you've heard of the program

[@oatz1878]

Absolutely NOT a smeg head! 😆

[@JohnDoe-bd5sz]

He has a false leg, and fought in the falklands as well. He likes to drink at the lamb and flag...

[@fluidefluide1128]

Get yer coat, you've scored...

[@thetechguyz8645]

I like him too

[@doubex1965]

Yeah I mean Elon musk has said time and time before that they wish there were more competitors because it drives the industry further, one company working on an electic car will only get their vision forward.

[@nelsonclub7722]

Exactly so. The reason for that was was infrastructure - but as Robert so rightly says it is all sadly discombobulated - there needs to be homogenisation - or it all gets a bit floccinaucinihilipilification, but that's enough big words from me today

[@EVPaddy]

Yet he bashes every competitor that comes to market

[@megatronusv2215]

@@EVPaddy he has an ego for sure, but I think he does want competition. He wants electric cars to be the thing, but yeah he's a little baby at times

[@reubenmitchell5269]

And Tesla respond to completion, as soon as the Porsche Taycan started to look like it might be faster than the Model S P100D look what happened, Plaid.

[@EVPaddy]

@@reubenmitchell5269 did it happen? It's another promise. And if it is even remotely comparable with the Taycan will have to be seen.

[@MrMonstersmustgo]

They stopped making car reviews and jumped straight into producing cinematographic masterpieces!

[@mk1st]

It has gold calipers and yellow seat-belts. I'm sold.

[@Gdank72]

It's a 5k upgrade option. You get other stuff like adaptive sports suspension and those wheels ... but yeah I'd pay the £5k for yellow seat belts :)

[@Mr_Seppo]

@@Gdank72 Its not yellow seat belts, its gold.

[@MrMaxBushido]

Same

[@rdeh1678]

That's for the performance pack which gives you brembo 4 piston crossed drilled brakes, a ohlins suspension, the accerlation mention is wrong the book says 4.7 but in reality it does it 4.1, if you love German like cars go polestar if you want to to drag from light to light and make fast sounds go tesla

[@Stune5]

I've got to say i'm impressed with the Polestar 2. Its really good to see a genuine rival to the Model 3. For me, the Model 3 has two clear advantages in terms of range and charging capabilities through the Supercharger network, but the Polestar does ooze a certain level of luxury and quality. We need more cars like this, as well as more affordable ones of course.

[@GeorgeThoughts]

I love how it still keeps elements of that lovely design that modern Volvos have. It's familiar, yet distinct. I too think I prefer the look of the Polestar to the Tesla. The Tesla has smooth, flowing style like a Porshe, but the Polestar has a lovely chunkiness to it. Scandinavian aesthetic! Like pleasant IKEA furniture. Personally, I'd love to see some Emergency Response vehicles made from the Polestar like an Ambulance car!

[@Grantly]

Looks like a Saab, in a good way!

[@peterwang8125]

Yes chinese make now the best pleasant car. Please buy polestar and support china :)! We support and love all. Buy Huawei.

[@Lennyrapid]

It looks like a mix of a Saab and the newer Volvos.. 🤙🏻👌🏻 i like it.

[@above7833]

No Chinese Products... we r done with China !!!

[@coover65]

@@peterwang8125 China isn't exactly the most popular country at the moment, with worldwide calls to boycott Chinese products if there are alternatives from other countries.

[@YK05SFE]

Robert I've been watching your channel for some time now as a person interested in technology and machines i always find your car reviews to have a nice simple human element to them you don't go to much i depth you just tell it how it is keep up the good work.

[@jakobringberg4701]

The trunk actually works really well, you have to stand further away from the car when you kick with your foot because there's a safety sensor that senses if you are too close.

[@rudolfbuurma996]

Many thanks for this fantastic review of the polestar 2. How nice it is to watch real independent journalism with a bit of humor. I also drive a model 3 and I am very happy that a competitor has presented itself. Another 3.5 years and then hopefully we can have a choice between several models and manufacturers. Keep Up The Good work! Rudolf Buurma

[@coover65]

"It has a range of 240 miles or 390km". British farmer: That'll get me halfway across the country. American farmer: That'll get me to the state line. Aussie farmer: That'll almost get me to the neighbours.

[@fullychargedshow]

"I does 15 miles to the gallon." British Farmer:'Well that's rubbish, my electric car is charged from the solar panels on the roof of my barn." American Farmer: Gee, that must be some goddam Jap eco import. My truck does 3 miles to the gallon and I have to fill it twice to get to the state line but when I see a Prius, I start rollin' coal' to annoy the libtards inside. Aussie Farmer: I hate my neighbours. Get off my land.

[@coover65]

@@fullychargedshow You've mentioned something here that would work so well in Australia; solar panels mounted on the roof of the roof of the obligatory Landcruiser 200 series to charge the retrofitted electric motor. You can't fool me though with suggesting Britain get's decent sunshine.

[@GeckoClever]

@@fullychargedshow Is this 390km average by your own testing, or is this from the official website? Most of them have quite unrealistic measurements to measure the range, as well as when it comes down to 0-100km/h. A channel called CarWow tests how fast it actually reaches from 0-100, they find that the numbers in their tests are far lower compared to the official website.

[@mgammeren]

Belgium: I can drive through 5 different countries on that charge(netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Luxemburg, France) and be back before supper!

[@coover65]

@@GeckoClever I've often wondered about the claimed ranges. 390km would be unsuitable for a taxi, and if running the AC reduces range and towing (and I've heard on some it does), manufacturers need to include these figures.

[@noesrp6595]

I stumbled on Fully Charged about a year a go and absolutely love their content. I watched this clip currently as I just ordered a Polestar 2.

[@pedrorosado3622]

Love the b-roll footage and the music and production values are amazing. You earned a new subscriber. I also pre-ordered a Polestar 2 in white with performance package and I can't wait until its delivered this November.

[@eddiebarrett844]

Robert doing a professional presentation job. Something goes wrong. Kryten emerges. Wonderful.

[@orjnie]

When my Leaf 40kwh has done its job in some years, there is a 100% guarantee this will be our car. Thanks Robert, as always. Content like this, and an evaluation by a normal non-car guy with a passion for EV's is the reason I am a patreon of yours!

[@WeatherManToBe]

Really? In 3-5 years you'll buy a 3-5 year old ev?

[@jeffreyt02]

I’m driving a polestar now, thank you for sparking my interest two years ago!

[@mikehomner4724]

Good on you for leaving that trunk bit in, made me laugh hard... :)

[@aneoms]

Hello Robert, been watching your show for over a year now. Love the work you do and the production team does a splendid job as well. I simply adore the personal and humorous touch you give to each video. Keep on rocking, dude! -Azeem A. With Love, from Pakistan

[@carlitoxb110]

The most beautiful electric car so far I really want this car to succeed

[@plinyelder8156]

Are you Chinese?

[@carlitoxb110]

@@plinyelder8156 Does my user name sound Chinese to you?

[@NFawc]

@@carlitoxb110 Why would you want the success of finances heading to the most dangerous regime on the planet then?

[@carlitoxb110]

@@NFawc dude I just like the car, that's all BTW your phone is made in china you are supporting the Chinese regime

[@NFawc]

@@carlitoxb110 Undoubtably it's hard not to buy from China with day to day purchases. BUT where you have a choice, especially one with substantial amounts of money (eg: an EV), buying alternatives not made in China (or at least to lesser degrees) is becoming ever more important. Again China is a diabolical regime which we need to acknowledge, and become less dependent on.

[@fredrikhumlehagen9903]

Great review, but a small correction needed. Despite being built in China with mostly Chinese components, it’s 100% developed in Gothenburg, Sweden 🇸🇪

[@MainstreetMyrnn]

Stop trying to claim this piece of tech as swedish, its a chinese made vehicle in china with chinese components. The Swedes are really arrogant now days, trying to claim other peoples hard work huh?

[@Burresweden]

Dingelberry Finn you do realize that the entire development of this car is made in Sweden right? That the headquarter for Polestar is in Gothenburg Sweden? In EVs the software is just as important as the hardware - just look at Tesla with their lead in battery technology, software - developed you ask? Sweden.

[@fredrikhumlehagen9903]

Dingelberry Finn, I’m actually one of those engineers myself, so I’m very sure I’m right in this case. I spent a couple of years of my life on the Front End exterior of the Polestar 2, working in the Gothenburg headquarters with hundreds of other engineers. Not just the software, but also all of the hardware is developed in Sweden. Both the platform and interior/exterior, including the design/styling of both. Also all the planning and all attributes, like crash safety, energy efficiency, daily life usage, etc. Designed in CAD and tested in thousands of CAE simulations. The assembly plant is indeed in China and most components are sourced from Chinese suppliers, but, as I said, it’s 100% engineered in Sweden by me and my many colleagues.

[@fredrikhumlehagen9903]

Dingelberry Finn, there are indeed many excellent new EV’s developed in China nowadays, NIO and Xpeng for example, but Polestar is not one of those. It’s a Swedish sister brand of Volvo, both owned by Chinese mother company Geely, but nevertheless developed in Sweden.

[@williamwilliam9204]

Hmmmm, I mean who cares.... as long as it’s a good car.

[@monww1475]

Yesterday hubby and I went to Polestar Space in Stockholm. So cool to see the cars irl. Loving the Saab likeness in some angles. Had no troubles with opening or closing the trunk with my foot. You shouldn't swing your foot sideways but just straight in under the car and then out again. Enjoyed this video, even though I'm not that into car videos. Have a lovely summer!!

[@RichardOzanne]

Oooh Robert. No gaps around mirrors = no spiders living in them... and no drips to leave streaks in the shiny paintwork after washing it. I do like those.

[@timmurphy5541]

@Grizzy Bear well, obviously someone does care.

[@RichardOzanne]

@Grizzy Bear WTF? I was talking about mirrors with glass going right to the edges. (11:40). Nearly every car I've owned in the last 20 years ended up with spiders living in the mirrors, cobwebs and insect corpses everywhere and then drip, drip drip on your clean paint after washing it. But to answer your question...No I don't care about the 300KG weight gain, the shorter range etc. What I do care about is having a local dealer to turn to if/when it goes wrong. There is no Tesla dealer in my area (nearest one is a 3 hour ferry ride away) nor are there any Tesla charging stations, otherwise I would have bought a Model 3 last year. I probably won't buy a Polestar either, but it's nice to see more choice on the market.

[@TrainsFerriesFeet]

@@RichardOzanne It will be interesting to see if Volvo dealers can service these. If you're a 3 hour ferry ride from a Tesla dealer, you're probably pretty far from most dealers.

[@user-jt1jv8vl9r]

@Grizzy Bear What if you only drive 30 miles a day and the range difference isn't a deal breaker?

[@user-jt1jv8vl9r]

I got it. I saw the same comment about spiders on mirrors on another youtube vid of this car. Was that you also?

[@storapa]

Great review, and a beautiful car. Minor correction at 4:20 regarding the Polestar acquisition. Geely bought Volvo in 2010, but Volvo didn't buy Polestar until 2015. Before that it was a racing team (STTC).

[@dannygoode1]

Was gobsmacked at the quality of this video. Hats of to production!!

[@davidcorlett2082]

Well done as always Robert. I have to say I was genuinely surprised to hear you beginning to defend another electric car manufacturer but well done to you. It did appear slightly painful for you but I think in the UK we are ready for a Tesla beater, after all competition is healthy and brings everything on so much faster. People do forget how much of our lives are run by Chinese components. Shame after I received the email to test drive one ( having still not driven a pure electric car ) i tried to book and it was all full locally to me. Will just have to wait. Keep up the excellent work!

[@Karla-Flr]

I love this man! He motivated me to buy a electric car (i3) ! And now he do it again 😀😀😀

[@andrewuk]

Their ‘Precept’ model is gorgeous too.

[@samy8897]

That will probly take 5 years to come

[@Barefoot_Joe]

@@samy8897 depends how well this one sells

[@samy8897]

Barefoot Joe Americans won’t buy this

[@SkodaSuperbElegance]

@@samy8897 you say that like it’s a bad thing 😜

[@megatronusv2215]

@@samy8897 it's not targeting America anyway. It's slated to sell primarily in EU countries, and China

[@afterburner94]

You gotta give props to Bobby when it comes to be down-to-Earth and plain honest in his reviews. There's not a lot of other car reviewers (if any?) that would openly praised the competition while driving a car. He does it without any problem because he's not a journalist whose job is to get paid reviewing car and having to nurture relationships with the car OEMs. He has the highest of praises for the Polestar 2 but pointed out how the Model 3 is still miles ahead thanks to the Telsa SUC network and all the FSD capabilities. What a man, what a great, fair and hilarious review, in and of itself. And as usual, kudos to the FC team behind the camera and drone work and the video and music editing, you guys are the best in the car review business, by a huge mile.

[@EdgarVenzor]

Props to your editor(s) very clean video from the get go and through out

[@maxb.simonsen2459]

The segment called "One tiny problem" really needs a redo, because its so weirdly said. You make it like it is the polestar, that has a simply broad charging network.

[@jreev335]

I couldn't figure out what he is said "...you won't have any issue driving this car..." referring to the polestar II. Made no sense!

[@MJB9559]

Exactly what I thought 👍

[@JamesBos]

I did noticed that too. Aside from that, just an honest wholesome review of a car.

[@spoppenhagen]

I had the same thought, though he did clarify that finding near the end of the video

[@mattspare8835]

Editing on point, great video!

[@MarkWoodrow00]

Well done on keeping the show going over this period! It's easy to forget this is a KZbin video and not something on the BBC or ITV with production quality so high. I'm also glad to see a competitor to the Tesla 3, competition in the market will help get these vehicles more competitive and encourage more innovation. Hopefully in a few years time there will be a decent second hand market as I never buy new.

[@markuslangguth7315]

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic and impartial review! :) I adore this car/wonder. It is just very hard to give away such a chunk of money. I probably better wait for the low spec version...

[@nickstallard8828]

Robert as always a great review, I find myself agreeing with everything you said. Thank you

[@billsimpson6321]

I'm surprised there was no mention of self-driving technology. That is obviously one of Tesla's strong points... Is Polestar 2 competitive?

[@gashery]

@@VoxelLoop Thank you.

[@chillmeister]

@@VoxelLoop Not to mentioned the way those same cameras are used for Sentry Mode, which is why I'm drawn towards the 3 rather than this. I just don't know if I can get over the 3 not being a hatchback.

[@rlopez2626]

No such thing of self-driving, Europe shot that down in court. Nice try buddy.

[@BilldalSWE]

@@VoxelLoop While lacking in self driving capabilities (which is not legal in Europe yet anyway) the Polestar 2 is likely better than the Tesla in accident avoidance tech while in manual drive mode since that's the case for latest model Volvo's. -Rear and front Cross Traffic Alert with auto break. -Blind spot information with steer assist if you try to change into an occupied lane -Run of protection -Collition avoidence by braking individual wheels in combination with steering. -Rear collition warning and mitigation. etc And as stated by most reviewers this is more of a drivers car so most people who buy it will likely wan't to be in control anyway. Also, full A-B self driving is still far of no mather what Tesla say. Especially legality wise. You also have to pay £6,800 for a full sensor array for future self driving on the model 3.

[@VoxelLoop]

@@rlopez2626 It's not shut down, regulations will be changed to meet it once the US gets it. :) Europe is just really slow at changing regulations but in the end they do get changed. There's virtually no chance the rest of the world would have it and Europe wouldn't be forced to change their rules to match.

[@user-oo3uj5ku9r]

I just got my 2022 Polestar 2. I can say, with no ego, this is the most brilliant automobile - ever.

[@krisself2360]

The big one for me is ability to tow. That's a game changer for a family with a mid size car. Robert, I think you said you could think of 3 EVs that could tow. I think the Hyundai Kona can too, maybe others. Perhaps worthy of an episode at some point - the family practicality angle? Great show, keep up the good work!

[@derek1189]

Finally some beautiful electric cars on the market! Makes the future that much more bright and exciting

[@AliceNoPaisDoMinicraft]

This review is Top Gear level ( when the best where there) , amazing!

[@bxbank]

Top Gear was never good. Ever.

[@jonathansimpson8695]

Love this review... honest and fact filled from someone that has driven all the EVS available. Thankyou ! This I think is my next car.

[@MacmaniacsAt]

I don't usually comment but just wanted to tell you guys: Love your videos. I drive a Model 3 and I love it but I'm happy with every new and well made EV on the market. I really appreciate your transparent and realistic videos. Keep up the terrific work! I'm definitely going to test-drive the Polestar 2 and I'm rather sure I'm going to like it very much. Not going to get anything with a google operating system though and to me what the Polestar needs to prove is durability, longevity of their batteries and long term efficiency, also whether or not the software proves itself over the next months. Those (aside of the supercharger network) are points making me stick to my Model 3 without any doubt. But who knows, in 3-4 years from now the world will be totally different and there'll be amazing new EVs on the market.

[@ourwetdogs106]

I am a model 3 owner but equally impressed with this and welcome a healthy competitor. Is the build quality down to Volvo? If so, not surprised.

[@VoxelLoop]

I'm waiting to see the production models to be honest! Anyone can create a really pretty model for the press, but once production starts to ramp up that'll be the real challenge. Obviously Volvo has been producing cars for a very very long time, I don't expect panel gaps to be an issue or anything! Tesla is getting better too though, my 2019 Model 3 has equal panels all around. :)

[@clansome]

@@VoxelLoop Tesla can't create particularly good ones for the press still. You would have thought they should have spent a year cracking heads on production quality.

[@VoxelLoop]

@@clansome I'm not sure most reviewers got a press vehicle from Tesla, I think most were just early models that a customer has gave to a reviewer for a day or two, could be totally wrong though! I will say Tesla has improved their production quality drastically in the past 2 years, many of the issues are no longer as big of an issue. Especially in terms of panel gaps and paint quality. Obviously still not up to the quality of someone like Volvo who has been doing it for nearly 100 years. Tesla has only been making mass market cars since 3 years ago keep in mind. :)

[@thomajay]

Ditto

[@markplott4820]

Polestar 2 is ZERO Competition for Tesla. Tesla plans to make 500,000 Model 3 and Y by end of 2020, and at GF3 500,000 cars by 2021, and GF4 5000,000 cars by 2022.

[@CumBrianFries]

I was sold the moment he mentioned micron accuracy fit-and-finish. A new solid-state battery would probably have arrived on the scene before Tesla could fix their QC!

[@CumBrianFries]

@M HADI Sure, keep telling yourself that fanboy while the rest of us with working eyes will continue to say Tesla fit-and-finish quality suck! You don't need to own one, you can see the imperfections driving next to one, they're that obvious! Anyone with working eyes can spot the window chrome trim misalignment from a mile away!

[@dwc1964]

2:35 - it's so charming how hard you struggle with the superlative! You simply cannot bring yourself to utter the words "the best" without qualifiers - I love it.

[@avishake5718]

Mature perspective never goes out of fashion .. great video👍👍

[@avishake5718]

@Deep hug Robert is a person with neutral perspective, be like robert 😄😄

[@chinmaymahajan7778]

This Car and Volvos generally have a underrated and Subtle Design. They're killing it with their Interior.

[@astroplutonium]

I have ordered and getting mine in October. I am really excited about it. The built quality won me over. I used to have a model S and it is just not comparable. The model 3 is like an unfurnished flat. Polestar 2 is nearly perfect.

[@raymondsmith9936]

Congrats for ordering another EV. Have you seen, sat in or driven a Polestar 2? How can you tell by a picture that the build quality is better? Polestar do not make the Polestar, Geely assembles in China, drive trains are not Polestar, nor the batteries, nor the infotainment. Do Polestar write their own software?

[@astroplutonium]

@@raymondsmith9936 I live in Oslo i have seen and driven the car. It is miles better than a Tesla. Volvo writes the ECU coding and Google writes the infotainment software for Polestar... But whats your point? That i should trust a Tesla after wasting my money and time to more than 10 aftermarket warranty service due to bad production? Yes i have seen with my own eyes that the Polestar is far better in quality than the Tesla. No trim issues, no dingy noises, no cheap material, no rattling sounds, the doors doesn't sound like closing a truck door, the user interface is made for drivers that enjoy driving. As a bonus the car looks much cooler and is also more practical than a m3. If you dont enjoy driving and do not care how bad or Spartan the interior of your car is, by all means buy a Tesla. They have a better charging network but thats it, everything else is awful about Teslas... Especially their service network at least where i am from.

[@dingdongchingchong8659]

Too many rich people here

[@steveward2141]

First of all, fantastic video, not only does it tell me everything I want to know, visually its perfect, and very well presented. I find your reviews make me feel more confident in buying electric. Now for the car.... without doubt the best looking electric car ive seen, its stunning inside and out. As for charging I would charge at home 95% of the time so wouldn't worry me too much. Just need these available on a 4 year deal around £400 a month and you would see a massive swing towards Electric. I would ditch my petrol car for an electric one, but I don't want to pay more than £350-450 a month.

[@RealWorldCarReviews]

Really enjoyed that review Robert. Love your style of presenting. 👍👍

[@daikiryoku]

The gap around side mirrors is so they don't smash when you accidentally hit them on something. Those glass to edge mirrors will be broken constantly.

[@BrennanLetkeman]

how often are you hitting your mirrors on things?

[@math1103]

@@BrennanLetkeman every time my wife drive ? xD

[@AndreDargan]

You need to make an appointment at Specsavers

[@JBoy340a]

I like the Honda EV side mirrors. Little stalks with cameras on the end and screens on the dash edges. Likely never allowed in the US because of our antiquated laws.

[@thinfourth]

Where does the wing mirror spider live?

[@xiwang6828]

It's one of the most comfortable reviews I've ever watched. I don't know why I use the word comfortable but it really is the feeling.

[@mooradium]

Am impressed with your presentation! Keep up with the good work 👌🏼

[@dogsdinner99]

Good, fair and reasonable review. I like the term "accomplice" and its great that there is now yet another good quality choice on the market. The only thing you could have pointed out is that the car you were driving had the additional sports package winch I think is another £5K. But great to be able to watch this in 4K as well 👍😉

[@MrTanuki01]

Chinese? Motor is Siemens and battery is LG Chem, design and HQ is Swedish. The money and production is Chinese, that is true.

[@joedarkness808]

The motor is siemens but made in china - Production began in March 2020 in Geely's existing plant in Luqiao, China .. it's a Chinese car

[@martinallenuk]

Then its Chinese. 😉

[@volvodashcam]

The whole car is designed en engineered in Sweden. Polestar CEO is Swedish, design team are based in Sweden, HQ in Sweden. Sure, built in China, owners in China. But the quality and feeling are "Swedish". :)

[@samithasheshan8215]

It's like a apple product designed in apple California built in china

[@RaXXha]

The iPhone is designed in the US and assembled in China, nobody is calling that a Chinese product, why would we call this a chinese product?

[@drxym]

How do I know with absolute certainty that the majority of those downvotes are from Tesla fanboys?

[@apkungen89]

You're the best Robert! I want to see more car reviews with you 😊😊😊

[@williamgoss4691]

Brilliant, just faultlessly, effortlessly Brilliant. A complete pleasure to watch & listen to.

[@julianillo62]

Well, it may be mostly Chinese, but the design (style, safety, ergonomics etc.) is unmistakably Swedish. I absolutely love this car.

[@Alex-cw3rz]

I mean almost all EV's are mainly made from chinese components

[@natodemon1]

Absolutely, for an entirely Chinese-built car it would be ironically European if it weren't for the fact that Volvo is behind it. This is how the Chinese cars will get into the European market, not with their own brands - at least not initially - but under (former) European makes like Polestar, MG and others that outsource their production over there.

[@volvodashcam]

@@natodemon1 Kind of like all iPhones and other Apple products then...

[@eyespy8088]

The CEO was the former head of design of Volvo. It has Volvo design DNA, but I see hints of Saab in the side profile. I love the Scandinavian design influences inside and out. Looks unique and distinctive. I’d rather have this over a Tesla.

[@natodemon1]

@@volvodashcam Very true, although I would argue that Apple manufacturing in China wasn't all that groundbreaking, a lot of electronics are manufactured over there and shipped around the world. Chinese manufactured cars are very much a new thing to the international market.

[@LaSDetta]

The software and HMI is made in Lund and Gothenburg, Sweden

[@johndoe1909]

How well does it do OTA? And I dont talk about infotainment system, I am talking about bms, and all other onboard system? How well does the fsd system compete with tesla?

[@ulwur]

@@johndoe1909 I Read in Swedish papers that every part of software in the car would be ota upgradeable.

[@panzerkami2381]

Don't be so negative, it can still be a good car even if it's partially made in Gothenburg. :P

[@shiraz1736]

PanzerKami partially? 0.00000000001%

[@panzerkami2381]

@@shiraz1736 Yes, so partially. Any other questions? I'm here to help.

[@dior1992]

Really like your new brand image. Makes the @fullychargedshow Fully Charged

[@ScrotusXL]

David, as ever an absolute delight to watch, you are a top presenter with genuine enthusiasm and knowledge of your stuff. You and Matt Watson need to get together!👍😃

[@user-yn5sk5ru5g]

Perhaps my favorite EV at the moment. Base model is fine enough. 19" wheels, vegan interior 👌 keep the Öhlins stuff

[@Alex-cw3rz]

Same here!

[@shogun2215]

The thing is though, Ohlins suspension is some of the best on the market; it'll cope with anything you throw at it and keep you comfortable. imho it's worth it.

[@JonathanEzor]

@@shogun2215 From what I've seen, while the Ohlins suspension in the Polestar 2 performance package is "adjustable," doing so requires actual tools and jacks or lifts. This is not one of those adaptive systems, and everyone who has tested this car has found the base Ohlins setup too stiff for the road.

[@elliot330]

@@shogun2215 5k for brembos and ohlins is a lot...£

[@miltoska9708]

It doesn't have autopilot

[@hypersoniclightningfast1422]

More range, more speed, better acceleration and a network of superchargers all over Europe and US; all for 90£ more than a Polestar. In 2020 Tesla is the way to go still. No brainer.

[@havfunonline]

The range and super chargers is the big one. The acceleration and speed are close enough that you won’t notice. Both AWD, both proper fast. Polestar 2 looks way nicer and that hatch boot is a big advantage too. I’d have the polestar, but the Tesla is the smarter choice. I also suspect that polestar will struggle to produce them in quantity.

[@mgammeren]

I would take the Polestar if I had that money to burn. Why? It looks better, has that "Saab" vibe over it for me. And only for the summer holiday I need fast chargers. For all teh rest like weekend trips I wouldn't need one.

[@fredrikhansson9439]

Polestar better build quality! Less wind noise. More premium feeling in Polestar. No brainer.

[@kevinkent6351]

At least in the U.S. market, the Polestar 2 base model (i.e. no special color options or interior upgrades) is $14,210 more expensive than a Model 3 LR ($6,710 after reducing the Polestar 2 price by the $7,500 tax credit). So, yeah, in the U.S. market the pricing isn't quite that direct. I actually don't think the Model 3 is the correct comparison vehicle anyway. The Polestar 2 should be compared to the Model Y, which does have a hatchback.

[@JF-us4sn]

Thank you for the all the informative and great content :)

[@SirHackaL0t.]

And thank you for not commenting on the shape of the headlight accent. It was most annoying how all the other reviewers all called it the same thing. You’d almost think that Polestar had given them all a press release with that name on it and asked them to mention it.

[@britishraccoon]

an electric car with volvo quality. Sounds perfect.

[@Mrbfgray]

Not certain the Volvo is what it used to be especially owned by Chinese now.

[@HarshJain-it2bg]

chinese quality

[@santiagorappy71]

@@HarshJain-it2bg perfect

[@HarshJain-it2bg]

@@santiagorappy71 thats why no one would buy it..... chinese crappy quality.

[@GeckoClever]

@@HarshJain-it2bg Volvo literally has one of the highest quality vehicles on the market. Stop being a loser.

[@icenberg6658]

The design is Swedish and a lot of other parts such as the suspension are made in Sweden, it's not a 100% Chinese car.

[@MrRoosterx]

@M HADI I am not so sure what is worse, buying a Chinese product, or a product from a fascist country on the rise like the USA. They are starting to look like much the same in regards to treating people, suppressing the opposition, keeping children in cages, bankrupting sick people, racism and so on. All for that profit.

[@MrRoosterx]

@M HADI As the last weeks has shown us, they can detain a person from the street with no explanation, and as I said, this is the beginning. 2 wrongs does not make one right.

[@becool365]

Your money goes to a regime that holds millions of people in concentration camps, linked to organ harvesting. It suppresses freedom and free speech, and is ben on global domination. So there is that.

[@KimCJorgensen]

It's Chinese, get over it

[@martin8313]

@M HADI the US is a shithole what are you talking about

[@ijaen]

Those B rolls are HOT! Robert, this is a high quality video! Congratulations.

[@smallstudiodesign]

00:12:26 - 😂 I’m laughing at you doing antics with the back hatch ... apparently, you’re supposed to just swing your foot under and wait a second or two - if you keep putting your feet back-and-forth it just confuses the computer sensor (?) I test drove the beautiful PoleStar in West Vancouver ... a gorgeous vehicle. [Don’tchya think it’s reminiscent of a SAAB?] Lovely to be able to just rocket right up from city & sea level to the local alpine ski resorts like nobody’s business ... in a mountainous region like British Columbia - this is THE CAR. ✨🏆✨💖✨

[@1MrBryn]

Volvo have been knocking it out if the park with design. The Polestar One is the prettiest thing you can buy.

[@wesmundo154]

Thanks for this review. So helpful. I was going to buy a Tesla but have always wanted a Volvo.... and now I have a lot to think about.

[@justforthehackofit]

great seeing some outdoor action again !

[@gerdz101]

Late to the show but very inpressed with this review. Very cinematic. Such a treat to watch a review that looks like a movie.

[@LengthyEmperor]

Very Nice Car! Would love to be able to afford one. I’m looking at the Peugeot e208 at the moment.

[@JJ-zg1hh]

I test drove the 208e. Great car. Couldn't afford it ultimately but you won't be dissapointed as it looks really cool and handles really well.

[@SuperMcgenius]

I would love to see an estate/wagon version.

[@Q8Patriot]

Really liked the honesty on the review, its not a Tesla killer like other vidoes are pointing but a close competitor

[@returner323617]

Just out for my daily cabin-fever-busting walk and came across a Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3 parked up together. Turns out this was the beginning of the inevitable head-to-head test, being conducted by a popular motoring TV program that shall remain nameless (hint: starts with Top and finishes with Gear). This segment many actually entice me to watch the show for the first time in my life...

[@DanLMH]

Looking forward to Bjorn driving this too

[@rogerstarkey5390]

He's trying to get one.

[@mr4nder50n7]

Shiit

[@george_kimani]

Haha shiiiiiet

[@Cars-N-Jets]

Dan It will plummet in demand. Just like the I-Pace they aren’t selling very well in North America 😂🤣 not s suprise

[@VesaGuardian]

@@Cars-N-Jets I don´t think so. But I guess we just have to wait and see.

[@Mikeeey01NZL]

Whom ever filmed the B roll footage, excellent work!

[@sktaylor99]

I just watched this again having ordered my Polestar 2. I am very happy with my choice 🙂

[@csuwatson04]

I appreciate your solid review, but when I configure a Polestar 2 in the US (even w/o the $5k performance pack you had) it comes to $62,400 vs the Model 3 DM LR (which I own as well... and also love) that comes in at $48,500 (w/upgraded wheels). The tax breaks will help close that gap here in CA (I think it's get $7,500 fed & $2k CA), but that's still $4,400 more for a car with less range, made in China vs. US (which should mean a lot these days) and I can get one tomorrow vs. November. All that plus no auto-pilot (the best feature by far) and a lackluster charging network... I don't see it as close as you do, but again... great review and I'm happy to see more competitors getting us into the furture ASAP. Subscribed, cheers!

[@RoschetzkyPhotography]

The Polestar looked pretty amazing right out of the release , I can not wait to drive one.

[@dmvmc7gmailcom]

Thanks for the great episode. One thing though, you used M3 long range 0-60 but then used M3 performance for battery range comparisons.

[@ceemills]

Love your show!! great stuff..Polster 2 looks nice..I'm putting off buying a new car until a decent electric wagon becomes available. any thoughts on the VW ID space vizzion concept?

[@nowafers]

Best review of this car I've seen. Well done

[@JeanLoupRSmith]

It is a beauty and in a way this is just one more car in a long line of "well I won't be able to afford that anyway" models. I hope it does well though, we need more and more diversity in the global fleet if we're gonna get rid of all those gas guzzlers.

[@marc0523]

I look at these cars and think "love to get that in 5 years when the owner decides to sell it." I am never going to be able to get one new.

[@adrianscott500]

Yeah, I would love an electric car but the prices need to come down before it is realistic.

[@chemicalhap]

Isnt this sub 60k? This is definitely affordable in comparison to all the other electric cars on sale except the tesla 3.

[@JeanLoupRSmith]

@@chemicalhap Boy it must be nice to live in a world where under 60k is "affordable".

[@JeanLoupRSmith]

@@marc0523 yeah trouble is decent finance can get a bit hard to get when you buy second hand, not only that but EVs don't lose their value quite as much as ICEs do. Heck some people have even managed to make a profit reselling LEAFs bought second hand those past few years.

[@jacobwestin6793]

Swedish minimalistic and modern design

[@rscarazzati]

Great video. This car looks great indeed and I agree it will sell lots. I particularly like the trunk door opening like a fastback instead of sedan. On the comparison with the Model 3, I think what you failed to mention is the software, which I still sets Tesla apart and will continue to do so for some time. I drive 100Kms daily on my commute on a Model 3 and over 90% of the time I'm using some form of Autopilot. It's my favourite feature of the car and transformed my commute from a stressful, twice-a-day chore to something I almost look forward to. And the constant updates adding more functionality make the ownership of a Tesla so much more rewarding.

[@paz1798]

I have one on order for delivery soon, this review removes any doubts I've had on my decision. Unfortunately I had to go for the single motor with pilot for economic reasons. Hopefully it will serve my needs. The shorter range is not an issue as we have fast charging everywhere.

[@relamine]

Thanks Robert for this intro... And thanks for responding to the ridiculous anti Chinese everything that is rampant these days (written on my Chinese made phone).

[@hermesliteratus882]

Finally a voice of reason.

[@FauziNomad]

Not surprising coming from a supporter of a draconian state product

[@Justyburger]

I'm proud to use a Nokia. There was no way I was buying a Huawei or Oppo.

[@WeatherManToBe]

That's a very Neville Chamberlain way to think

[@Kingsman2008]

Haters always hate, just ignore them, most of them are bots/trolls or pathetic losers in real life anyways. 90% of the daily staffs people use in Europe are MADE in China, just look at all the products for sale on Amazon, even the latest Tesla Model 3 sold in Europe are MADE in China now.

[@angel_kosto]

I loved this car soo much! I generally like Volvo and Polestar very much! You could say that the new electric Volvo XC40 is my dream car!

[@automotorsporttv]

Look at this review! @ What do you think of this swedish one? @

[@RobertOw83]

Ordered on fleet this week - I'm beyond excited for this. Can'ne wait. For me, mobility issues and the fastback format played a huge part in my decision, that and the Tesla was out of reach on fleet - this just came in budget. I'm really not fussed about 'fastest to 60mph', 'best' range or 'full autonomy' - I wanted a car that I could afford, that would get me to the max I have to travel to see family (with range to spare), was green, animal 'friendly', something that I could get in and out of with some ease, something where I could access the boot easily and something that I am still responsible for driving for (there're still somethings I will let the car do, but the 'full autonomy' of the T3, while great, was a bit of a distraction for me). As usual, top quality production and review Robert & team.

[@waichow3658]

Love you back. Glad that they put Polestar brand into good use.

[@ec92009y]

Love the show. Slight error though. The long range TM3 dual motor has 325 miles range EPA (348 on WLTP). And 4.4 seconds 0 to 60.

[@Mr_Seppo]

Polestar 2 can tow 1500 kg, Tesla M3 only 900 kg

[@espencapable]

@@Mr_Seppo But why does the polestar have to weigh 300kg more?

[@davidolsson]

Na 4,6 as stated on homepage. But wltp is 560km not 450.

[@antontoyra5071]

@@davidolsson 4,4 0-60 mph, 4,6 0-100km/h.

[@antontoyra5071]

@@Mr_Seppo that doesn't make the range or acceleration any less incorrect, so i don't understand how this is a response to that...

[@minidolan]

Had a good chuckle at Robert trying to open the boot with his foot. Definitely prefer this (visually) over the Model 3. Great review 👍

[@samy8897]

He’s funny but not as naturally funny like “carwow” guy

[@meeder78]

It is the fate of every car owner with a car with a electric bootlid. On our C-Max and my Corolla they work just as bad as this one 😂

[@minidolan]

@@samy8897 no need to directly compare the two 👍🏻 you can watch two car channels.

[@brucekennedy5274]

@@minidolan indeed, I've enjoyed Matt, Robert and Johnny's reviews - all are fantastic likeable presenters in their own unique way. But I have a soft spot for fully charged - it got me into EVs and now I want this car sooo bad it's unhealthy.

[@paulstubbs7678]

Your back!!! much better than the 'front yard' or 'stuck behind a desk' video's

[@ibthmann]

That intro was insane 👍🏾👍🏿