Polestar 2 Base Model, Dual Motor & More

Last updated August 4, 2026

Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 lineup starts with the Base Model, the efficiency- and range-focused single-motor choice. Dual Motor adds all-wheel drive and stronger acceleration while keeping everyday comfort central. Performance is the enthusiast branch, built around tuned dual-motor power, Öhlins dampers, and Brembo brakes. Special Editions cover the highly equipped Launch Edition and limited BST edition 230 and BST edition 270 models, which put more emphasis on rarity, distinctive styling, and, in the BST cars, focused chassis tuning.

What each trim is known for

Polestar 2 Base Model

Base Model

Long Range Single MotorLong Range Single Motor Plus

The Base Model trim level — Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Single Motor Plus — is the range-focused, single-motor Polestar 2, with the Plus member adding cabin comfort rather than changing its core character.

Best for: Drivers who prioritize efficiency, everyday usability, and clean design, with the Plus version suiting those who also want a more upscale cabin.

Highlights

  • Single-motor electric powertrain with a range-focused identity
  • Google-based touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay
  • Heated front seats and wireless phone charging
  • Long Range Single Motor Plus adds a panoramic glass roof, premium audio, a heat pump, and added seat and climate comfort
2 in stock
Polestar 2 Dual Motor

Dual Motor

Long Range Dual MotorLong Range Dual Motor Plus

The Dual Motor trim level — Long Range Dual Motor and Long Range Dual Motor Plus — is the quicker, all-wheel-drive all-rounder, blending secure traction with the Polestar 2’s clean, everyday-friendly cabin.

Best for: Drivers who want all-wheel-drive confidence and stronger performance without making the car purely about aggressive handling.

Highlights

  • Dual-motor all-wheel drive
  • Long Range Dual Motor Plus adds the panoramic roof, premium audio, heat pump, and extra cold-weather comfort
  • Pilot Assist and adaptive cruise are central to better-equipped and later versions
  • The latest version brings performance-oriented dampers and Brembo front brakes into the regular Dual Motor formula

Moves from single-motor efficiency to dual-motor all-wheel drive and quicker response. Plus versions retain the comfort-focused upgrades found on the single-motor Plus member.

37 in stock
Polestar 2 Performance

Performance

Long Range Dual Motor PerformanceLong Range Dual Motor Performance & Plus

The Performance trim level — Long Range Dual Motor Performance and Long Range Dual Motor Performance & Plus — is the enthusiast-focused Polestar 2, tuned for sharper responses and more deliberate back-road driving.

Best for: Drivers who care about handling feel, braking, and a more focused driving experience but still want everyday comfort.

Highlights

  • Performance-tuned dual-motor all-wheel drive
  • Manually adjustable Öhlins dampers
  • Brembo front brakes and forged wheels
  • Plus comfort features and Pilot Assist are part of the more fully equipped Performance formula

Adds performance software, manually adjustable Öhlins dampers, Brembo front brakes, and forged wheels over the regular Dual Motor versions sold alongside it.

10 in stock
Polestar 2 Special Editions

Special Editions

BST edition 230BST edition 270Launch Edition

The Special Editions trim level groups the heavily equipped Launch Edition with the limited BST edition 230 and BST edition 270, giving collectors a choice between debut-model significance and rarer, chassis-focused BST character.

Best for: Buyers drawn to limited production, distinctive details, and a more unusual Polestar 2 than the regular-series trims.

Highlights

  • Launch Edition bundles dual-motor all-wheel drive, a panoramic roof, premium audio, Google-based infotainment, and broad driver assistance
  • BST models add performance-tuned all-wheel drive, BST-specific Öhlins suspension tuning, and forged wheels
  • BST edition 230 stands out with exclusive MicroSuede upholstery and distinctive exterior treatments
  • BST edition 270 is the original hand-finished BST run, with an aluminum front strut bar and its own curated styling

This is a separate special-production branch rather than a simple equipment step. Launch Edition bundled the debut car’s premium technology, while the BST versions took the Performance idea further with limited-run styling and BST-specific chassis work.

15 in stock

Trim comparison

FeatureBase ModelDual MotorPerformanceSpecial Editions
Includes
Long Range Single Motor, Long Range Single Motor Plus2 in stock
Long Range Dual Motor, Long Range Dual Motor Plus37 in stock
Long Range Dual Motor Performance, Long Range Dual Motor Performance & Plus10 in stock
BST edition 230, BST edition 270, Launch Edition15 in stock
Powertrain identitySingle-motor electric driveDual-motor all-wheel drivePerformance-tuned dual-motor all-wheel driveDual-motor all-wheel drive; BST models are performance-tuned
Main purposeRange and everyday efficiencyAll-weather performance and comfortSharper, enthusiast-focused handlingDebut-model significance or limited-run BST character
Premium comfort contentAdded by Long Range Single Motor PlusAdded by the Plus member; bundled in the latest versionCentral to the more fully equipped Performance formulaPanoramic roof and premium audio bundled
Handling hardwareEveryday, range-focused setupPerformance chassis in the latest versionAdjustable Öhlins dampers and Brembo front brakesBST-specific Öhlins tuning; Launch Edition differs
Driver assistanceExpanded driver-awareness features in later yearsPilot Assist with adaptive cruise on better-equipped and later versionsPilot Assist with adaptive cruisePilot Assist bundled
Distinctive detailClean, simple single-motor formulaBalanced AWD all-rounderForged wheels and performance hardwareLaunch equipment bundle or BST-specific styling

Frequently asked questions

What do the Polestar 2 trim names mean?

The names describe the powertrain and equipment. Long Range Single Motor emphasizes driving range. Dual Motor means AWD and stronger acceleration. Plus adds comfort features, Performance adds handling hardware, and BST marks a limited-run performance special.

What is the difference between the Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Dual Motor?

The Single Motor is the range-focused version, while the Dual Motor adds AWD and much stronger performance. Their exact motors changed during the model run, so compare the model year as well as the trim name.

What does Long Range Single Motor Plus add over Long Range Single Motor?

On newer models, the Plus version adds a panoramic glass roof, 13-speaker Harman Kardon audio, a heat pump, richer upholstery, power front seats, a heated steering wheel, and heated rear seats. The single-motor powertrain stays the same.

What does Long Range Dual Motor Plus add over Long Range Dual Motor?

In years when both appear, Dual Motor Plus adds comfort rather than more power. Key upgrades include the panoramic glass roof, Harman Kardon audio, heat pump, power front seats, heated steering wheel, and heated rear seats.

What does the Performance version add to the Polestar 2?

In 2023 and 2024 form, Performance versions add a higher-output software tune, manually adjustable Öhlins dampers, stronger Brembo front brakes, and 20-inch forged wheels. The focus is sharper handling and braking, not just quicker acceleration.

What is the difference between Dual Motor Plus and Performance & Plus?

Performance & Plus keeps the Dual Motor Plus comfort equipment, then adds the higher-output tune, adjustable Öhlins dampers, Brembo front brakes, and performance wheels. It is the enthusiast-oriented step without giving up the panoramic roof or premium audio.

Are Plus and Pilot separate Polestar 2 trims?

Not always. On many 2022 through 2024 cars, Plus and Pilot began as equipment packs, though used listings may fold those names into the trim. The Launch Edition bundled both, and the final US version includes the major Plus, Pilot, Climate, and Performance equipment as standard.

Which Polestar 2 trim is the range-focused choice?

The Long Range Single Motor is the range-focused trim. In its newer form, it pairs an 82-kWh battery with up to 320 miles of EPA range and fast charging up to 205 kW. Earlier single-motor cars have different specifications.

Which Polestar 2 trim makes the most sense for cold-weather comfort?

A Plus-equipped model is the comfort-focused choice. In recent years, Plus brings a heat pump, heated steering wheel, and heated rear seats. Dual Motor Plus also adds AWD traction, making it the more rounded winter-oriented version.

What is the Polestar 2 Launch Edition?

The Launch Edition is the heavily equipped debut model from the Polestar 2's early US run. It combines dual-motor AWD with Pilot Assist, a panoramic glass roof, Harman Kardon audio, Google-based infotainment, and a 360-degree camera.

What is the difference between the BST edition 230 and BST edition 270?

Both are limited dual-motor performance specials with BST suspension tuning, 21-inch forged wheels, and Plus and Pilot equipment. The 230 has Space or Nebula styling and a MicroSuede cabin, while the earlier 270 uses its own exterior treatment and WeaveTech interior.

Is a BST edition just an appearance package?

No. BST editions add a performance software upgrade, BST-specific adjustable Öhlins front dampers, revised rear dampers, and 21-inch forged wheels. They also include distinctive styling plus the comfort and driver-assistance equipment from the Plus and Pilot packs.

Which Polestar 2 trims have adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera?

Look for Pilot-equipped cars. The Launch Edition and BST specials include that equipment, and newer dual-motor models gained it as standard. On earlier used cars, confirm the Pilot pack because equipment packaging changed across the model run.

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