Polestar is a spinoff of Volvo's EV focused brand.
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The Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid was the brand's first model and it had a engine. The Polestar 2 is a descendant of the Volvo C40 and XC40 Recharges. The Polestar 3 is finding its feet.
The Polestar 3 is the brand's first SUV, and while it still shares hardware and software with parent Volvo, it's next- generation tech that's blended with a unique design aesthetic and a greater emphasis on performance.
Where the Polestar 1 and Polestar 2 recycled styling from old Volvo concept cars, the Polestar 3 has a new brand specific design language. The 3 has a more streamlined appearance than other SUVs because of the pinched rear side glass. The headlights are similar to the ones from current Volvos.
The Volvo EX90 is expected to be twinned with the Polestar 3. The SPA2 platform is expected to underpin most current Volvo models.
Polestar emphasizes sustainable materials, such as wool upholstery that can be certified as sustainable, because eliminating tailpipe emissions doesn't completely wipe out a vehicle's environmental impact. Polestar plans to conduct a lifecycle assessment of the 3's environmental impact when production starts and follow up with additional assessments through the production run to look for ways to reduce its carbon footprint.
Information from five radar modules, five cameras, and 12 Ultrasonic sensors are fed into the Polestar 3's computer. Two driver-facing cameras watch for distraction while an interior radar watches rear-seat passengers. Polestar claims that it is intended to prevent children or pets from being accidentally left in the car and that it is linked to the climate control system to help prevent heatstroke.
The standard driver-assist features include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and more. Pilot Assist can be used to control acceleration, steering, and brakes on highways at speeds up to 80 mph.
The system is based on the same platform as the instrument cluster. Software updates are included for the rest of time.
The Polestar 3 uses an evolution of theAndroid automotive OS system from the Polestar 2 to provide a more streamlined experience than basicAndroid auto. Expect the system to support other phones too.
The Polestar 3 has a dual- motor all-wheel drive system that sends more power to the rear wheels in order to give it a more sporty feel.
Polestar estimates that the standard version will do no more than 50 mph. A vehicle that weighs just under 5,700 pounds is impressive. The zero to 60 mph time is cut in half with the performance pack. The versions have top speeds of 130 mph.
The Performance Pack will provide 270 miles of range, but the standard version will provide 300 miles. DC fast charging at up to 250 kilowatts can complete a 10% to 80% charge in 30 minutes, while Level 2 AC charging can take 11 hours to fully charge the pack.
The Polestar 3 will be launched in the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2023 with both Pilot Assist and a Plus Pack option package. The performance pack adds $6,000 to the base price.
The Polestar 3 should be able to compete with the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and the Model X even with the Performance Pack. Supplies are likely to be constrained for the time being because the Cadillac Lyriq is only available in single motor rear wheel drive form. The BMW iX is very close to the Polestar with a maximum range of over 300 miles.
The first Polestar 3s destined for the U.S. will be built in China, but production is expected to shift to Volvo's South Carolina factory in the late 20th century. Polestar should be able to meet requirements for the EV tax credit, but battery supply chains are a factor.
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