Specification
- Years on sale
- 2020 onwards
- Body type
- Five-door fastback
- Battery options
- Standard and Long Range versions, with batteries of roughly 64–79kWh on early cars and 69kWh or 82kWh later.
- Range guidance
- Early Long Range cars manage roughly 180–250 miles real-world; smaller-battery cars around 130–200 miles.
- Charging speeds
- Rapid charging via CCS (about 30 minutes for 10–80%). Home charging via Type 2.
- Battery warranty
- 8 years or 100,000 miles on the battery, replaced free if it falls below 70% capacity. The rest of the car has 3 years or 60,000 miles.
What to check
- Check recalls on GOV.UK. There have been several, including one for the battery control module.
- Ask about the 12V battery. If it's original on a 2021–2022 car, budget for a new one.
- Check for water leaks in the carpets and boot, especially around the glass roof.
- Check the software is up to date.
- Get a battery health report, and ideally extra warranty cover for the rest of the car.
Known issues
- Software and electronics glitches.
- 12V battery failures.
- Several recalls, including the battery control module.
Pros
- Stylish, premium feel
- Strong battery warranty
- Good to drive
- Google built-in
Cons
- Short 3-year warranty on the rest of the car
- Confusing line-up
- Small rear doors
Is a used Polestar 2 a good buy?
The Polestar 2 is a stylish, premium electric fastback and a popular rival to the Tesla Model 3.
Battery and warranty
The battery is covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, and replaced free if it drops below 70%. But the rest of the car is only covered for 3 years or 60,000 miles, so extra cover is worth considering.
What to check
Most problems are software and electronics, not the battery or motors. Check recalls on GOV.UK, the 12V battery's age, and for water leaks.
Before you buy, read: How to check the battery health of a used electric car.
Frequently asked questions
Last updated 16 October 2026