“Polstar 2 is a very well designed, well executed car backed by an established company with a long track record for safety. It is modern, environmentally friendly, and easy to live with. It is a pleasure to drive but it is rather 4 than 5 people mover. It has a respectable range and comes at a decent price.”
2022 Polestar 2: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2022 Polestar 2 is the addition of the Long Range Single Motor model, which brings front-wheel drive and a 270-mile EPA range. The lineup also moves beyond the bundled Launch Edition format.
About the 2022 Polestar 2
1st generation, second model year.
Polestar positions the 2 as an electric performance fastback that mixes clean Scandinavian design, hatchback practicality, and Google-powered in-car tech. Its appeal is not bargain pricing or maximum cargo space; it is a more design-led and less common alternative to mainstream EV sedans, with quick electric response, a minimalist cabin, and a liftback body that is easier to live with day to day than a conventional sedan trunk.
The Long Range Single Motor is the efficiency-focused version, with 231 hp and the longest range in the lineup. The 408-hp Long Range Dual Motor adds all-wheel drive and much quicker acceleration. Both have a portrait touchscreen with Google Maps and Google Assistant built in, plus a 12.3-inch driver display.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The Long Range Single Motor joins the US lineup with one 231-hp front motor, front-wheel drive, and a 270-mile EPA range. The 408-hp Long Range Dual Motor has all-wheel drive and an improved 249-mile EPA range following efficiency and software updates.
Tech
The bundled Launch Edition setup is dropped. Premium and driver-assistance equipment is divided into separate Plus and Pilot packs.
2022 Polestar 2 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual Electric Motors | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 408 hp | 231 hp |
| Torque | 487 lb-ft | 243 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| MPGe Combined | 89 | 107 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| 360 Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 Polestar 2?
The biggest change is the new Long Range Single Motor model. It expands the US lineup with a front-wheel-drive version rated for 270 EPA miles.
How do the 2022 Polestar 2 Single Motor and Dual Motor versions differ?
The Single Motor has front-wheel drive, 231 hp, and a 270-mile EPA range. The Dual Motor has all-wheel drive, 408 hp, and a 249-mile EPA range, making it the quicker performance-focused version.
Did the Polestar 2 Launch Edition continue for 2022?
No. The Launch Edition was dropped for 2022, and the lineup shifted to Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Dual Motor trims with separate Plus and Pilot equipment packs.
Was the 2022 Polestar 2 redesigned?
No. The 2022 Polestar 2 remains part of the first generation and is largely unchanged underneath. Its main updates are the expanded motor lineup, revised equipment packaging, and improved range figures.
What is the EPA range of the 2022 Polestar 2?
The 2022 Long Range Single Motor is rated at 270 miles, while the Long Range Dual Motor is rated at 249 miles. Both figures are EPA estimates.
2022 Polestar 2 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Polestar 2.
4.2
2022 Polestar 2
(154 reviews)
“It happens to be a performance car that runs on electricity. Keyword is performance.”
“It is a great all-electric, performance vehicle. But beware new technology can be buggy and unreliable. Navigating charging options takes education / getting used to. Service options and proximity are limited, inconvenient.”