Comparison between:
- 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
- 2025 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 2025 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | |
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| Model alias | Polestar 2 LRSM | Polestar 2 LRSM |
| Trim | Long Range Single Motor | Long Range Single Motor |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Market | Europe | North America |
| Price | GBP 47,160 (UK, Oct 2025) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | - | - |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium Alloy | Steel Aluminium Alloy |
| Exterior colors | Snow Vapour Storm Space Midnight Dune | Snow Vapour Storm Space Midnight Jupiter |
| Interior colors | Charcoal Zinc | Charcoal Zinc |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 181.3 in 4606 mm | 181.3 in 4606 mm |
| Width | 73.2 in 1859 mm | 73.2 in 1859 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 78.1 in 1985 mm | 78.1 in 1985 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 58.2 in 1479 mm | 58.2 in 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 107.7 in 2735 mm | 107.7 in 2735 mm |
| Front track | 63.1 in 1602 mm | 63.1 in 1602 mm |
| Rear track | 63.0 in 1601 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.9 in 860 mm | 33.9 in 860 mm |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | 39.8 in 1011 mm |
| Approach angle | 15.1 ° | 15.1 ° |
| Departure angle | 22 ° | 22 ° |
| Minimum clearance | 5.9 in 151 mm | 5.9 in 151 mm |
| Maximum clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | 6.6 in 167 mm |
| Front headroom | 41.3 in 1048 mm | 41.3 in 1048 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in 940 mm | 37.0 in 940 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.7 in 1365 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.3 in 1355 mm | 53.3 in 1355 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.2 in 1073 mm | 42.2 in 1073 mm |
| Rear legroom | 33.9 in 862 mm | 33.9 in 862 mm |
| Trunk volume | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4563.57 lb 2070 kg | 4563.57 lb 2070 kg |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 947.99 lb 430 kg | 947.99 lb 430 kg |
| GVWR | 5511.56 lb 2500 kg | 5511.56 lb 2500 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.278 Cd | 0.278 Cd |
| Additional information | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | Valeo Siemens |
| Model | BCJFM | BCJFM |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps |
| Torque | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps |
| Total system torque | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb | 490 Nm 50.0 kgm 361.4 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.20 s | 6.20 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 5.90 s | 5.90 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CTY: 526.9 mi / 848.0 km WLTP, CMB: 379.0 mi / 610.0 km | EPA, CMB: 300.0 mi / 482.8 km EPA, CMB: 314.0 mi / 505.3 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CTY: 14.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 15.8 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 117 MPGe EPA, CTY: 123 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 31 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 109 MPGe EPA, CMB: 114 MPGe EPA, HWY: 101 MPGe EPA, HWY: 104 MPGe |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.5 m 37.73 ft | 11.5 m 37.73 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.7 | 2.7 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 15.8 | Steering ratio - 15.8 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent MacPherson strut Frequency-dependent dampers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Frequency-dependent dampers | Independent Multi-link Frequency-dependent dampers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 13.6 in 345 mm | 13.6 in 345 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.2 in 30 mm | 1.2 in 30 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.4 in 340 mm | 13.4 in 340 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 | 8Jx19 ET50 9Jx19 ET53 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/45R19 245/40R20 | 245/45R19 245/40R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Manufacturer | CATL | CATL |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Number of modules | 27 | 27 |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 400 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | NACS |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 205 kW | AC 11 kW DC 205 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 205 kW, 0:28 AC 11 kW, 8:00 | DC 205 kW, 0:28 AC 11 kW, 8:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | - |
| 2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | 2025 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |