Polestar announced U.S. pricing (again)
for its first pure electric vehicle, the 2021 Polestar 2. The electric
performance fastback starts at US$ 59,900, US$ 3,000 less than originally anticipated
but still US$ 2,910 more than a range-topping Tesla Model 3 Performance. The MSRP
is below state incentive thresholds in critical markets such as California and
New York, also enabling rebates of approximately US$ 2,000 in certain states.
Combined with the federal electric vehicle
tax credit, total tax incentives amount to US$ 9,500. “The MSRP is lower than we
originally targeted, and will be extended to all of our current reservation
holders,” said Gregor Hembrough, Head of Polestar USA. “With an online purchase
option, lower pricing, considerable tax incentives, and production already
underway, the Polestar 2 is well positioned for a successful entry into the
U.S. market,” he added.
Polestar has also announced option pricing
for the Polestar 2. The Performance Pack will set buyers back US$ 5,000, the Nappa
Leather Interior will cost US$ 4,000, while the 20-inch Alloy Wheels and Metallic
Paint Colors will be priced at US$ 1,200 each.
The 2021 Polestar 2 boasts 408 HP and 660 Nm of torque from two electric motors powered by a 78 kWh battery
pack that should enable a driving range of 443 km. The EV is the
first car in the world to feature a built-in infotainment system powered by
Android, offering voice command via the Google Assistant, Google Maps with EV
charging support and app downloads via the Google Play Store.
Polestar 2 deliveries to U.S. reservation
holders will begin in summer 2020. Customers can buy it online here or visit
physical retail showrooms called Polestar Spaces. The first ones will open on
the West Coast and New York in late summer 2020, with additional locations to
follow.
