Comparison between:
- 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
- 2023 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.
| 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor | |
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| Model alias | Polestar 2 LRDM | Polestar 2 LRSM |
| Trim | Long Range Dual Motor | Long Range Single Motor |
| Model year | 2023 (MY23) | 2023 (MY23) |
| Market | Europe | Europe |
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 Magnesium Thunder Space Midnight Jupiter | Snow Magnesium Thunder Space Midnight Jupiter |
| Interior colors | Slate Charcoal Zinc | Slate Charcoal |
| 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 | 58.3 in 1482 mm | 58.3 in 1482 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 | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg | 4497.43 lb 2040 kg |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 992.08 lb 450 kg | 992.08 lb 450 kg |
| GVWR | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg | 5489.51 lb 2490 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 | EAD 3.1 | EAD 3.2 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 170 kW 228.0 hp 231.1 ps |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Valeo Siemens | - |
| Model | EAD 3.1 | - |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | - |
| Location | Front | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 300 kW 402.3 hp 407.9 ps | 170 kW 228.0 hp 231.1 ps |
| Total system torque | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.70 s | 7.40 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CTY: 359.8 mi / 579.0 km WLTP, CMB: 282.7 mi / 455.0 km | WLTP, CTY: 430.6 mi / 693.0 km WLTP, CMB: 316.9 mi / 510.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CTY: 19.4 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 20.2 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 17.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 18.6 kWh/100 km |
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 | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
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 | 78 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery cell format | Pouch | Pouch |
| Number of modules | 27 | 27 |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 400 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation upgraded Heat pump (-7°C and 25°C) | Liquid-based coolant circulation upgraded 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 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW | AC 11 kW DC 150 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:00 | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | - |
| 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor | 2023 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor |