Polestar 2 review | Better than a Tesla Model 3? | Autocar

The 2020 Polestar 2 is Polestar's first full battery electric vehicle. It follows the (imaginatively named) Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid, but is a rather more accessible and practical saloon (or sedan, depending on where you live prefer).
The 2 costs around £46,000 in the UK, and its two motors give it a total of 402bhp - so it's able to take on fast versions of the Tesla Model 3. A 0-62mph time of just 4.7sec means it has acceleration to spare. And its range is a very competitive 292 miles.
We loved the Polestar 1, and there are similar nerdy, geeky bits in the Polestar 2's suspension as well. But how will it stack up against its 2020 EV competitors like the Tesla Model 3, or even Audi's e-tron? Join Autocar's Matt Saunders as he finds out.
New videos are uploaded to Autocar each week. Don't miss a single one. Subscribe now: smarturl.it/aut...
Watch next:
Ferrari F8 Spider Review
• Ferrari F8 Spider Revi...
2020 Lamborghini Huracan Evo RWD UK review
• 2020 Lamborghini Hurac...
Porsche Taycan Turbo S v Polestar 1 v Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4dr
• Porsche Taycan Turbo S...
Visit our website at www.autocar.co.uk
Autocar, the world's leading motoring magazine and website, delivers industry-leading news, the most in-depth car reviews and opinion from our team of experts. Our presenters include some of the world's top motoring journalists who have unrivalled access to the world's fastest, rarest, most exotic and most exciting cars on some of the world's best roads and race tracks.
Follow AUTOCAR here:
LIKE Autocar on Facebook: bit.ly/2Jzyvh1
FOLLOW Autocar on Twitter: bit.ly/2JzABgT
FOLLOW Autocar on Instagram: bit.ly/2TIgvFI
Check out our full video catalog: bit.ly/1UfAOCH
For car reviews you can trust, subscribe to Autocar: smarturl.it/aut...

[@JonathanEzor]

The yellow seatbelts are useful to show whether the reviewer has the performance version rather than the standard one.

[@WillishBroadbino]

Im yet to see a standard one get reviewed tbh

[@TruthFLA]

why are you guessing at the range? Test it. Isnt that your job?

[@kingprone7846]

@goodfella21f indeed. it gets barely more than a Standard range Model 3 (with very slightly increased acceleration). 470km WLTP. For comparison, Tesla Model 3 gets 620km WLTP. And the Tesla Model 3 is very aerodynamic so it tends become more efficient compared to other cars at higher speeds than usual test speeds.

[@maxnewts]

TruthFLA they only had it for a couple hours and multiple reviewers borrowed the same car to review. Their on timed slots

[@TruthFLA]

@Teofilo L i would just like a real review without guessing or estimates. If you don't know for sure, you should just not say it.

[@kingprone7846]

@Teofilo L youll find most tesla fanboys very supportive of other EVs. But when the press critizises Tesla related things again and again but seems to praise the same with a different brand then obviously people are gonna be upset.

[@StanislavBD]

It’s time for Bjørn Nyland to review this car

[@TheSoccerseeker]

I really like the design ,its simple and elegant

[@MrPikkoz]

Wrong specs : Polestar 2 WLTP range is 292miles on 19" wheels , with the performance 20" the range as per Polestar is 288 . It is visually well sorted, and give you the impression of solidity, i really like the matrix led headlights and the normal digital tacho behind the steering wheel, although i'm not sure about the price that seems to be quite steep considering that the model 3 has better range, performances, internal space for passenger and luggage, charging speed and the access to the tesla supercharger network that allows the model 3 to be the fastest EV for long trips and get pretty close to a classic car.

[@iainmackie7064]

MrPikkoz a digital tacho? What exactly is the tacho measuring?

[@richacoll1]

Tesla lies,........ strong words. But at least they haven’t poisoned as many people as VW has,.... still the largest on-going federal and international lawsuit in any companies history not just car companies.

[@supaahflyy]

@5putput I'd like to see that if it's true. Even Porsches 270kw charging doesn't stay 270kw or anywhere near that till 80%. People have done tests such as Bjorn and the difference in miles added per minute (the real thing you as a driver should be concerned about) is miniscule between the model 3 charging at peak 250kw but tapering off vs the Taycan peaking at 270kw but charging 100-150kw for most of it. Remember efficiency matters

[@jonpetter8921]

You forgetting about Tesla horrendous build quality. The overpriced Tesla part and Tesla bad service and lack of network. Fast charging network in Europe is almost as good as Tesla Supercharger. And this car is way "better" car than Tesla.

[@midnightstar4065]

​@@jonpetter8921 Opinions aside, Teslas can use *both* the Tesla SC network and the Fast charging network, so they continue to have more fast charging options than others

[@MrHasherd]

An interesting introduction but it falls down on the all important question of range. Speculation is no substitute for real world testing.

[@jontus9925]

I totally agree with you, he is "guessing" 220-230 miles range! Stupid.

[@Hitman006xp]

@@jontus9925 if this turns out to be true... the Polestar 2 is "dead" in terms of Tesla Killer... i just ordered a Tesla Model 3 SR+ Midnight Silver Metallic cause of all the environmental bonis we get in germany right now. I get the SR+ with whishcolor for about 39.000 € and it has 254miles/409km of WLTP Range. And it reaches 400km in city/landroad. On my work way it will need 12kWh/100km. As far as most early Polestar videos show it seems that the Polestar 2 will need 22-25kWh in city/landroad. This would be really really really bad. The 2nd thing that's a no go for me is this middle console that makes it impossible to have some space for your legs and spread them a bit... it's the total opposite of a Model 3.

[@Xanthopteryx]

@@Hitman006xp Polestar is safe, better build quality, more quite, more comfortable, easier to repair,... And it works well in the winter!

[@iainmackie7064]

“if I set Pilot Assist it keeps itself within the lane, it regulates the distance from the car in front, I've got one hand in the wheel because thats the way it works. This isn’t a Tesla autopilot”. As a professional motoring journalist you should know that is exactly what Tesla autopilot does. Nothing more, nothing less. No wonder so many people believe the Tesla system does more than that when journalists make such ill researched and inaccurate comments. For me such poor reporting mars what otherwise really is an excellent and informative report, because I now have to worry what other bits of info have you got wrong? I suspect nothing more, but you have sown the seed of doubt.

[@12345maxx]

It automatically changes lane. (with a confirmation)

[@fishndive1961]

@@12345maxx Only if you have Full Self Drive and you are using Navigate on Autopilot. Standard Autopilot doesn't change lanes.

[@JYD_esign]

It's kind of Tesla's fault for being misleading and calling it "autopilot" when it actually isn't.

[@iainmackie7064]

@@JYD_esign because of its name?? So Pro Pilot doesn't sound like it behaves like a professional pilot?? Or Pilot assist. So why can't these things fly? That's what pilots do! It's kind of humans' fault for not reading what it can and can't do. The Driver's Manual is VERY clear. It is not in any way, shape or form Self Drive. It's a keep your hands on the wheel system. Its a driver's Aid system. It's a the driver is still in control system. How clearer do they need to be? It It's only the people that think they know better, or who think it's not manly to read up on it, that assume because it has a name that sounds like it will do something, then it must do it. If it's Pilot assist then I must be able to fly. These people are playing with their, and others', lives.

[@PhilT993]

I just watched a steady 70mph range teat on a Tesla Long-Range AWD Model 3. It did 289.1 miles on a single charge (100%SOC to zero)

[@garyco766]

Sounds about right. Range claims aren't meant for 70mph, more like 60mph or below. At 70+ you can expect range to decrease proportionate to speed (similar to a gas car). Inclement weather (wind, rain, snow, cold) will further decrease range.

[@iainmackie7064]

I just watched a Range Test on a Renault Zoe. What has that to do with a Polestar?

[@PhilT993]

@@iainmackie7064 The answer to that question is easy. During the reveal of this car on stage, the head of Polestar said that this car was made to be a direct competitor to the Tesla Model 3. That is why I am here looking at it. That is why every reviewer is comparing it to the Model 3. One of the prime factors in any EV is it's range, so it had better be close. To be fair, some tester needs to run the same test, under the same conditions, to see how it compares, in the real world.

[@PhilT993]

@@garyco766 You are perfectly right on all those points, but until a reviewer does exactly the same test, under the same conditions, we won't know the answer.

[@kingprone7846]

sounds about right. only if you dont need aircon or heating though.

[@jamiep61]

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. Looking forward to the Full Road Test In Autocar soon

[@LJLion]

Nice! Though waiting for Bjorn's exhaustive review to see if Polestar 2 fairs well with the competition.

[@AFlyingCookieLOL]

forget it, he is a tesla fanboy

[@Xanthopteryx]

@@AFlyingCookieLOL He have already done it.

[@kevinslegg1576]

I thought it was a good 'introduction' review - will be interesting to see a back to back test between this and a Tesla Performance - and see how Plugsurfing compares to the Tesla Supercharger network. Looks wise this reminds me a bit of a Saab 9-3, which is a good thing. In respect of weight, I thought Polestar were claiming to have better protection than the Tesla 3(?) but of course, maybe Tesla will view it as being overdone in the Polestar? Personally I think this is a great effort by Polestar and whichever one you ultimately go for - this is a genuine rival to the Tesla.

[@WillishBroadbino]

Completely agree, will be interesting to see if there's any issues as some start to hit the road. Model 3 certainly isn't without its pitfalls in build quality so I can see some being tempted. Myself included. Polestar even touted the idea of its price being reduced to ~40,000 after launch. But I'll believe it when I see it.

[@bikesqump]

I just think its weird to always repeat how any ev will take away from Tesla... they will take away from old fossil cars!

[@GarryMcGovern]

The main reason why I would buy one of these over a Tesla, is because it's not a Tesla.

[@macjim]

The main reason I’d buy it over a Tesla is, it’s got a proper dashboard with the speedometer in front of the driver.

[@leewebb1375]

Why what's wrong with Tesla's.......are they not any good.

[@GarryMcGovern]

@@macjim And that would most definitely be my second!

[@GarryMcGovern]

Not so much the cars, it's the nauseating sycophantic Tesla fanboys that's mostly the problem. Oh, and Elon Musk is a bit................

[@leewebb1375]

@@GarryMcGovern so maybe your negativity against Tesla technology is lead by your emotional biases....and has nothing to do with the tech and innovation that Tesla say they are the leaders in this space?🤷🏽‍♂️🤓✌🙂✌✌

[@raymondsmith9936]

Honest question, there are many comments based on quality, so what is peoples perception of 'quality' in their cars, is it superficial items such as perfectly aligned panels, interior buttons & perfect paint or vertical integration with designed in-house ultra efficient motors, full self drive hardware/software, over-the-air updates and a charging network.

[@wasdwasdwwasd]

Perhaps perceived is reflective of actual quality. I would be more confident of the underlying mechanical components if the body panels were aligned and the interior wasn’t full of squeaks, rattles and loose trim.

[@StevenMillward]

Rory at Autotrader, who also does fab reviews, says the Merc EQC is roll-y and disappointing. so it seems the Polestar 2 has the EQC soundly beat if you actually enjoy driving.

[@CarToneHK]

The infotainment seems nice, actual big buttons and since it's Android, actual voice control that works. Also having Ohlins suspension is a hell of alot nicer than most sports saloons, bet it could provide some amazing set up ability and big Brembos would no doubt work better than the weak brakes in Teslas

[@MrPikkoz]

I'd rather get a M3 performance that has similar spec brembo brakes but is 276kg lighter , better range and performances and has a proper double wishbone front suspension instead of the macpherson in the polestar 2 , plus the track mode that allows you to customize the esp and the torque vectoring as you wish .

[@johnluelf5343]

@@MrPikkoz the m3 performance is more expensive...

[@cenakaze]

in the US model 3 performance is 55k and Polestar 2 is 60k, of course polestar is eligible for the 7500 tax credit but MSRP Tesla is cheaper

[@hwmason530]

Just talked about driving. Didn't mention about range, seats and trunk space........ May be 5 seconds on infotainment system. Then at the end says "stay tuned in next couple of months for more in depth...." just terrible.

[@craigmoritz]

This car is made in China by Geelee, owned by members of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) politburo members, over 90 of which are billionaires. The company is most famous for a complete ripoff of the BMW X5 - when brought to task Chinese courts denied any resemblance to the BMW. There is no separation of party, state military, and industry in China. It's heavier, slower, doesn't handle as well, stereo not as good, no over-the-air updates, less range and no access to the worlds largest and fastest charging network, but other than that it's great because it has an android infotainment system? They have nothing to do with Volvo, they just bought them; It's designed (ripped-off), built and 100% made in China.

[@petercavellini3232]

What doesn’t tempted, and probably others is.....the asking price for cars like this, good as they maybe, and at this moment in time,not many of us have the income to afford one,maybe if they’d look at building a no frills, only essential equipment models,models that qualify for Government grants, then there night just be more interest and hopefully more sales.

[@iainmackie7064]

And don't you watch reviews of Porsches, Mustangs, Ferraris, Lambos? Or even a Rolls Royce.

[@spaghetti9067]

Renault Zoe

[@molepatrol7529]

I wish you would tell us how much is it without the performance package but with panoramic sunroof. do you get over the air updates? Charging infrastructure in the UK?

[@pope400]

So, about that Speedtail review.... 🤔💭

[@NJLion30]

This was a terrible video/review. Here's why: 1) You never answered the title question of the video. Is it better than a model 3 2) How can people decide if the car is better or comparable to a model 3 if you never provided pricing information? 3) This was an incredibly boring video. What was the point of this video if you could not answer questions 1 & 2?

[@stephenlevett8934]

Why keep asking if this is better than a Tesla, why not ask if it is better than a BMW or other ice premium vehicle.

[@10melvis]

Because they want go compare to the best ev. Why bother trying to be second place.

[@solfest9508]

So, how tall are you?

[@achandab]

Since Tesla doesn't offer carplay and I assume it never will, I might keep my eye on this one.

[@stanley1483]

Polestar 2 has android operating system, so it'll never support carplay.

[@hscool1988]

As a Model 3 user I can assure you that the Tesla's system works so well, that there's no need for CarPlay at all.

[@larbibenlarbi6235]

@@stanley1483 It does in fact support carplay.

[@MrPikkoz]

@@stanley1483 Carplay will be available in 2021 with OTA update.

[@raphymartinez]

WLTP range is the dumbest measurement for EVs. It makes no sense at all and is never even close to real world

[@elliottwadsworth4201]

Everyone says this but they are test cycles. There are 3 main cycles NEDC(China) WLTP(EU) EPA(US). Each tests different things. All test both city and motorway but EPA focuses on Motorway the most and NEDC the least. If you do all motorway driving you will not reach the cycles range as the whole point is it is a mix of driving people would do. If you drive on 30mph roads you will get over the WLTP Range in nearly all conditions.

[@afthefragile]

Also people rarely drive 200 miles without a single stop. It's not a big deal to recharge your car along the way at any fast charger while u take a break.

[@raphymartinez]

afthefragile Trust me. I have a Model 3. It is a big deal to have to stop that often. It’s not about driving over 200 miles on a regular basis, it’s about the limitation you feel if your car can’t do it if you needed it to. I have 300 miles of range on my car and I think anything less than that is just crazy

[@timfreeman2603]

It’s better than NEDC.

[@dudedud238]

@@afthefragile only thing keeping me from buying an electric car is that I can't drive to from Toronto to Montreal (over 500km) on a single charge. Sure I stop along the way but only for 10-20 minutes.

[@metube9541]

That looks so much nicer than the Tesla 3.

[@humphreybradley3060]

Any new EV is to be applauded, that said it is almost 300kg heavier than a Tesla Model 3 LR, which will have a significant negative effect on range.

[@DrDajom]

Humphrey Bradley but in this case also a great positive effect on quality and safety.

[@kvanroy8516]

@@DrDajom Why is heavier a sign of quality, let alone safety? Range is highly important to people, even tho its unnecessary for day to day use. With 300 kg more and a higher drag cd, it has significantly less range, its more expensive to run, and you cant charge it as fast. Design is debatable, quality is likely good, but battery tech and software, still behind it seems.

[@ciaranwebb6871]

Kr1kk3 In the european market it's rare you ever have to travel over 200 miles in a day. Heaviness is a sign of quality as it'll mean the panels are thicker to shut out reverberation and road noise, thicker glass and greater soundproofing all ultimately leading to a more refined driving experience.

[@red878787]

Whats up with the safety yellow seatbelts

[@dudedud238]

Part of the sport performance package.

[@onlineo2263]

They made the car heavy because they made it on an internal combustion engine platform. If they had built it on an EV only platform they could engineer out another 200+kg.

[@3dsmackdown]

Fits the presenter of this review.

[@abtatom]

The only thing i see with the Polestar 2 is that it looks like something designed by SAAB!!!! Not Volvo... Did Polestar take one of SAAB's designers??

[@vomErsten]

The price on this thing is right (especially at 0% APR for 60 months in the US), but I really wish it had been less of an in-between CUV-sedan thingy and more of an actual sedan. I want a Polestar S60, basically, because I'm not buying into Volvo's limitations and I can't afford a Polestar 1 (which is limited production anyway, so screw the rest of us plebs I guess).

[@spaghetti9067]

vomErsten there is the polestar 1 which is a hybrid s60 but that’s 130,000 dollars

[@EdvardHolst]

Nobody seems to be able to agree on whether this car is fun to drive or not. Some call it a sports car, others call it a sofa on wheels and many fall somewhere in between.

[@daviddoughty4516]

I keep seeing reviews compareing it to model 3. It should be compared to a y ... Hatchback. Built on SUV type platform

[@patrickdaly5988]

I still would prefer the Model 3. However, I don't trust Tesla to actually put it together in a competent manner. So this is still on my radar.

[@Lizpig]

Meet Dave

[@lalosoria3242]

It is Volvo?

[@maxnewts]

Lalo Soria polestar was volvos performance people like amg to mercedes. They’re now their own brand, and only really share infotainment and switchgear with Volvo. They both have backing from geely, a Chinese company.

[@bikesqump]

So it's autopilot isnt like tesla's. It only works the exact same way? Does it slow for corners at least? Nice car, this is really another fossil fuel car killer!

[@DrDajom]

Sasquatch 2001 Yes it slows down for corners.

[@Marc-ty5sz]

if I ever going to by an EV I will definitely get it from an established brand with the proper build quality and after-sales service.

[@mykevenable8180]

Beautiful car and 🔋 !

[@matildagrobhinde383]

Not sure if they made it heavier on purpose to make it safer... WTF?!

[@DevajnK]

Not even a word about the headlights, that's a shame...they've really made me think Polestar 2 rather than Model 3 or any other EV, but then again...i live in the rural area of Sweden, and Safety is a priority...and good, smart headlights are quite important for safety when the sun leaves for the night.

[@petter5721]

Polestar 💕

[@richacoll1]

So in short all worse than a model 3. Worse autonomy ( basically sounded like it’s got level one autonomy) Less range than a model 3 And less performance. ............ why would I buy this re-badged Volvo again!??????????

[@KaneTheMessiah]

I don't know where he got the information from but the Polestar 2 is using an more advanced/upgraded ADAS than todays Volvos with pilot assist.

[@julienbertrand7321]

It's 1000% more tempting than a model3 for sure, it looks better, has better materials, better build, but lack of supercharger is a big deal...

[@markp8295]

The infotainment is unlike the one in the Tesla. For one, it's smaller, and has a large boarder reminiscent of a first gen IPad.

[@jonathanfields4ever]

And it runs Android, which is a giant liability.

[@healthyhuman2360]

I’d like to see and drive it. I’ve bought and sold over 100 Tesla’s at my dealership. Quality is laughable on them compared to the high end euro cars I sell but people keep buying them from me so I keep picking them up.

[@Tepp76]

For some reason build quality seems to be of less importance when it comes to EVs. Reviews and comparisons tend to focus solely on range, acceleration and charging and I cant understand why. Its not as these are the only important parameters for fossil fuel cars...

[@bjornhilmarsson1447]

BMW high quality. Are you joking or smoking something?

[@FreestylerAlbert]

2,1 tonnnnns XDD wtf

[@lucian8678]

Looked like a stretched saab A pillar looks similar

[@ehsank5675]

I don’t understand cover NIO !!!!

[@boxsterviper]

Looks like something from the 80's

[@ivormectin515]

Yeah - I suspect they didn’t bother to employ a designer

[@gluemoae]

you must not have been around in the 80's.

[@TheMaximBond]

Price??

[@MainstreetMyrnn]

50k for chinese built trash.

[@johnluelf5343]

@@MainstreetMyrnn where is your phone made? laptop? its a swedish company, and the car is designed & engineered by swedes. chill out.

[@iainmackie7064]

£46,900 after the PICG. So marginally cheaper than LR Model 3. And £20,000 cheaper than an e-Tron or iPace.

[@biswanandpm7882]

Headlight design could be better

[@djbowler3333]

Quick answer. I'll save you the review. NO.

[@teknikbil]

This sounds like a paid advertisement by Volvo. Even then, the reviewer is actually having difficulty in recommending this car over a Model 3 LR.

[@buso26]

I truly don't see the point of that "performance package"...

[@jaz4280]

This car needed more comprehensive review. It is an important car in the current time. Sorry.

[@davekennedy6315]

Bet it'll be more reliable than a Tesla that's for sure!

[@yingnyang2889]

I really hate it when people use the word “reliability” for build quality or some other metric. Being reliable means it’s dependable and it is there for you. Like I’ve said before in other yt videos, an excessive panel gap, has nothing to do with reliability. It might be visually imperfect, but that won’t stop you from getting to work. Call me a fan boy, I don’t care. My Tesla model X has 98K miles on it and I’ve replaced (after warranty @50k) a 12v battery ($275 including labor @$195/hr and tax) and a window regulator ($217 labor and tax) tires and alignment. That’s it. Nada. No brakes, no fluids belts oil changes spark plugs (ice cars) nada. It has been fairly maint free. I’ve had BMWs, and multiple Porsche’s with crap that failed , that kept me constantly at the dealerships and no car. My 2014 Cayenne diesel (brand new) XMSN took a dump @118K miles and left me stranded in Palm Springs and I live in LA. The dealership had my car for about two weeks. Now that is where you can say it’s not reliable. I’ve had many American (Saturn 221k miles) and Japanese (Honda 243K miles) and Korean (Hyundai 190K mikes) cars with over 200K miles that were reliable.

[@ashishchandel2282]

I wish indians tooo upgrade their technology

[@hoopstalkcentral]

crossover sucks.....LOL

[@cameron3525]

I'm sorry but I still prefer my Volvo 740 (1989). If the 740 was made new, exactly how it was, it would outsell everything.

[@jonathanfields4ever]

Lol no

[@MrMightyytau]

. More interesting range and real world performance so when EVs can match Diesel range of 500 plus, I’ll buy one

[@thewolfdoctor761]

You must constantly be on the road. 99% of the population doesn't need a 500 mile range.

[@supaahflyy]

Are you doing 500 miles in one go? Most people aren't during their daily commute. Remember with EVs the idea is to do your daily commute and then plug them in when you get home just like you would with your mobile phone

[@realitychecks2920]

A large I pad instead of switchgear is lazy design and slower and more dangerous

[@someguy8427]

How is it more lazy and dangerous?

[@MrEtronic]

sandy monroe teradown or i dony care

[@dxutube]

Somebody once ate a bicycle

[@felix2b5]

The trouble with the Polestar is the parts are coming from so many different places where as Elon Musk actually has everything in house to build his cars , also Musk knows the competition is nipping at his heals , he knows that other companies can build good electric cars but at what price , Musk knows that in order to dominate the electric car market he must build the best quality car for the lowest price .

[@stevew9041]

Slower than a Tesla, more expensive than a Tesla, less range than a Tesla, no supercharger network, no autopilot, and made by a Chinese company...

[@portnaluinge]

For any Tesla fans who are jealously admiring the looks of the Polestar, it’s worth knowing that it’s young designer, Ian Kettle, has since been headhunted away to Tesla.

[@Coolrockndad]

Looks are subjective but the drag coefficient is not. ;-) Tesla 3 is 0.20 . What's the Polestar 2's? ... SAAB was well know for low drag not Volvo.

[@ivormectin515]

There is absolutely no coherence in the exterior design of this thing. Ive seen some abhorrent designs of late but this one probably tops them all. I sincerely Tesla doesn’t give him any meaningful role in their design team

[@JYD_esign]

Partially true but actually Ian Kettle designed just the XC40, The Polestar 2 was by Maximilian Missoni, Maxime Celerier, and the current CEO.

[@Coolrockndad]

You never mentioned the price. I wonder why? .... Is it because it's almost double the price of the Tesla 3. Funny that.

[@thesimonzzz1234]

It’s literally within 5k of a long range AWD in Canada....

[@Coolrockndad]

@5putput "democracy-made" compared to what..... communist made? ..... What exactly is your post meant to imply? ...... "No it's not"

[@hsvcommodore4111]

Coolrockndad but the Tesla falls apart, this doesn't

[@MrPikkoz]

@@hsvcommodore4111 I assume you personally did the endurance testing for the Polestar 2 , how was it?

[@ultratech6671]

Polestar 2 is $52000 after tax credit for the launch edition, which is the most expensive mode. They will add cheaper ones down the line. An equivalent M3 with same self driving capabilities is $54000 with no tax credit.

[@praveen_kay]

My favourite car

[@floyd7835]

Man you are short on information... boring video..

[@RobsRantsOfficial]

? This review seems like a joke.

[@pratishps]

Previous model looked better imho!

[@podge5555]

There was no previous model

[@appleseedmvp]

Not even close to Tesla.

[@PauloG100]

You are correct, not even close. The Polestar has much better build quality, better looking, better ride, and is around £1,000 cheaper than that TM3 LR with 19" wheels fitted. I think you are being a little hard on Tesla though.

[@robbiemarshall1481]

@@PauloG100 I would only agree with better build quality, all the rest not so much! Plus for a 400hp car this is not a fast car at all

[@biplabkumarghosh6300]

@@PauloG100 Lol, you are comparing it to a "Long Range" Model 3? Let me know if gets more than 300 miles in EPA tests. Till date, no car could beat the EPA range of the first Model S - 265 miles

[@bdbeckstrand]

No range? Heavy? Interior is vegan and woke? That interior looks really cheap versus nice leather. Lots of conjecture. It is slow versus any Tesla. The dampers and brakes are legit. That is about it.

[@assarstromblad3280]

Except: Interior doesn't look or feel cheap imo (I have been in one in person), it is quicker than the Tesla model 3 long range and the Tesla model 3 Standard range by quite a good margin, and it looks much better both inside and outside imo. Also, the Polestar 2 has longer range than the Tesla model 3 standard range and similar range compared to the Tesla model 3 Performance, so I don't really know what you are talking about.

[@sutats]

The designer wanted to give the car a name that would remind him of his wife.

[@joe.j.chungath573]

This is like a lecture

[@eecak1973]

Take away one of the motors. Aero design a bit more (lower and sculpt the body) Remove 20% of the batteries and the weight saved would build in efficiencies where the car would probably still do near 5sec, 0 to 60mph. Oh and consult the styling department before releasing the next Volvo.

[@jareknowak8712]

100% with You! BTW, remove the front motor, Volvo.

[@iainmackie7064]

Polestar are going to do pretty much that next year. A single motor car with fewer goodies and about £15K cheaper.

[@jareknowak8712]

@@iainmackie7064 same thinking as Porsche with Tycan. Very good!

[@gunsandcommissions]

Stance is way off

[@jagman84]

Would you buy a conventional car with a 4 gallon fuel tank? Probably not, so unless you only commute short distances, it's not a viable purchase. That's before you hear the eye watering price! It'll do well in Central London, where your parking place often costs more than your car.

[@ultratech6671]

If gasoline has the same efficiency as electric cars, no one would need more than 5 gallons of gas. But gasoline engines aren’t as efficient so electric cars can make do with far less energy.

[@iainmackie7064]

Wow what sort of car do you have that does 0-60 in 4.5 seconds yet gets 75 mpg (your 4 gallon tank). Why do you need a bigger tank unless you are that driver that drives for 5 hours with no break (300 miles). If so perhaps you need a crashworthy car in which you will survive when you doze off.

[@Cross-xm2fr]

Tesla shook, Elon crying

[@jonathanfields4ever]

It’s heavier, it has less power, it’s less aerodynamic, it’s bigger but has less interior space, and the battery is bigger but it doesn’t go as far. Literally the only thing this car has on the Model 3 is looks and that’s a subjective matter.

[@raymondsmith9936]

Have you even read Elon's manifesto..... he encourages competition and a move to a sustainable transport future.

[@raymondsmith9936]

@@jonathanfields4ever you forgot to add the Tesla Super Charger Network

[@garrycroft4215]

You didn't mention the the most important thing for most of us. The price, I believe its more expensive than the Tesla model 3 so is a none starter and therefore a pointless video.

[@SteveBUK73]

Comparing the standard version against the Tesla M3 Long Range, its slightly cheaper.

[@mothaybabonnam5632]

looks like 1980s design

[@abelisraelcruzayuso4682]

Anything’s better than a Tesla...

[@raymondsmith9936]

Sales state otherwise

[@abelisraelcruzayuso4682]

@@raymondsmith9936 So if everyone jumps off a cliff, jumping off a cliff is better than other stuff? Everybody Loves Raymond

[@biplabkumarghosh6300]

@@abelisraelcruzayuso4682 Yes, if everyone jumps, it will probably be better, or else why would everyone jump?

[@hoop5824]

AUTOCAR....ME ARSE!!!! MORE LIKE AUTO ADVERTS!!! REPORT SPAM!!!

[@aaa84gt]

YES!! MORE CAPITAL LUTTERWORTH! SHOULD IT LOUD !!

[@dzerres]

meh. If this thing comes in around $30,000 then okay. Any price closer to a Tesla you might as well get the range and the performance of a Tesla.

[@parthsethia4223]

Chinese car

[@fluffy24]

Short answer: No! Tesla Model 3 is better in most specs!

[@DanLMH]

Real world-ish range for anyone wondering: "I therefore wouldn't bet on the Polestar's actual motorway range being much more than 160 miles. On slower roads, however, you'd get 200 miles from it without really trying, and probably another 50 or so if you did try."

[@johnluelf5343]

when did he say that?

[@DanLMH]

@@johnluelf5343 he didn't, but a written review elsewhere has...

[@mvjayas]

it looks awful.. looks like a refurbished 2005 model car

[@whynot1because2]

Vegan interior... plastic... sustainable... as sustainable as petrol ?

[@legambaz]

I don't like those recycled interior material. There are many ways to use recycled materials. For a car I'm paying so much for, I want NEW materials.

[@jareknowak8712]

UGLY cars are selling better now? Is making an ugly car costs less than making a nice one?

[@anonamus4860]

No

[@uhugvjkbkjh]

No.. Tesla just seems yrs ahead even w dodgy build

[@kernow1273]

Looks great. Im still not sure about the vegan, sustainable interior as it is all plastic which is petrochemical based💁‍♀️and so doesnt really go with the electric engine ethos. Would rather have leather, for longevity, smell and comfort - plastic is sweaty and sticky and also has nasty xenoestrogens that can permeate the skin and disrupt the bodys hormones. Watch out for the moobs guys!!

[@0ooTheMAXXoo0]

Equivalent model 3? The Model S is where the Polestar is priced. Top of the line Model 3 is less than the cheapest polestar 2...

[@supaahflyy]

It's not in the UK. Which region are you from? In the UK the polestar 2 costs £2k more than a Model 3 long range but about £5-7k cheaper than a model 3 performance

[@PauloG100]

@@supaahflyy Actually that's not quite right. The Polestar 2 is £46,900 with the gov grant, which is exactly the same as the Tesla M3 LR. If you add the 19" alloys to the Tesla it becomes £1,000 more than the Polestar which has this sized alloy as standard.

[@supaahflyy]

@@PauloG100 then you get the £3k grant for the tesla too.. making it £43k. You can't count the grant for one car and not the other

[@Unkownanswer]

@@supaahflyy These bias people will make up anything to try and beat tesla smh

[@XTpF4vaQEp]

Made by the CCP.

[@MainstreetMyrnn]

Chinese communiststar 2. One of the worst hype job cars that ever graced gods green earth.

[@stage1greg]

i'd love to know how LG is going to make batteries for every EV in the market that's not big T. They've already failed Kia, Audi and Hyundai so BMW/MB/Volvo and everybody else is going to feel the pain when this "to scale" manufacturing comes around. also the "made in china" motors and other hardware isn't going to sit well in the US. not these days, you can keep it in EU.