Textual content by Tom Appel
2026 Polestar 4 Twin Motor
Specs
Class: Premium Compact Crossover
Nation of Manufacture: South Korea
Coloration: Stratus
Miles pushed: 178
| CG Report Card | |
|---|---|
| Room and Consolation | A |
| Energy and Efficiency | A |
| Match and End | A- |
| Gasoline Economic system | A |
| Worth | A- |
| Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. All grades are versus different autos in the identical class. Worth grade is for particular trim stage evaluated, and will not mirror Shopper Information’s impressions of all the mannequin lineup. | |
| Large & Tall Consolation | |
| Large Man | A |
| Tall Man | A |
| Large & Tall consolation scores are for entrance seats solely. “Large” ranking primarily based on male tester weighing roughly 350 kilos, “Tall” ranking primarily based on 6’6″-tall male tester. | |
| Drivetrain | |
| Engine Specs | 544-horsepower |
| Engine Sort | Motors |
| Transmission | Automated |
| Drive Wheels | AWD |
Battery capability: 100 kWh
EPA-estimate MPGe: 85
Producer-estimated driving vary: 280
Most Cost Price: 200 kW
Shopper Information vary estimate (very best circumstances): 300+ miles
Cost Port Location: Rear driver-side fender
Charging Normal: CCS
Frunk Capability: .5 cubic toes
Base worth: $62,900 (not together with $1400 vacation spot cost)
Choices on check car: Physique Painted Decrease Mouldings ($1000), Electrochromatic Glass Roof ($1500), 21-inch alloy wheels ($1800), Nappa Leather-based ($3700), Plus Package deal ($5500), particular paint ($1300)
Value as examined: $79,100
Snow Efficiency
Poor Truthful Good Very-Good Glorious
Audio-System Model
Harman Kardon
Audio-System High quality
Poor Truthful Good Very-Good Glorious
Professionals and Cons
The good: Fashionable tackle luxurious and efficiency, enjoyable to drive
The great: Good vary, comfy and roomy cabin, excellent audio system
The not so good: Costly leather-based possibility not well worth the cash
Evaluate
The Polestar lineup is frustratingly named in quantity by the order of a mannequin’s look. This implies there’s nothing significant to be gleaned from a Polestar’s single-digit mannequin identify however its order within the maker’s household album. Thus…
Polestar Lineup
- The 1 was a plug-in hybrid sports activities coupe (and the one non-EV Polestar)
- The two was a compact 4-door hatchback
- The three is a midsize crossover
- The 4 (seen right here) is a rakish compact crossover
- The 5 shall be a premium massive sedan
- The 6 shall be a convertible sports activities automotive
For those who had been paying consideration, you took be aware of the was/is/will-be interaction on the listing above. Although Polestar has been within the U.S. for 9 years, and although solely 19 U.S. states can declare a dealership, the maker has already shed two fashions—and has plans for 2 extra.
Nation of Origin
However extra complicated than Polestar’s naming conference is its nation of origin.
Although a derivative of Swedish carmaker Volvo, and although sustaining headquarters in Torslanda, Sweden, Polestar isn’t actually all that Swedish. Right here’s the story:
Return far sufficient, and Polestar was a Volvo efficiency sub-brand—one thing akin to AMG at Mercedes-Benz. Borrowing the Polestar moniker for a brand new, premium, electric-car model appeared like a good suggestion, as any affiliation with Volvo seemingly added to the brand new carmaker’s credibility.
Polestar is Chinese language
However is Polestar actually Swedish? Arguably, no. Volvo has been a completely owned subsidiary of Chinese language guardian firm Geely since 2010, which it was buy from Ford. Geely now owns such well-known manufacturers as Lotus, Sensible, and Zeekr.
Polestar 4 is Chinese language
Although the company chain of possession is complicated, with subsidiary Volvo proudly owning a chunk of the corporate, Polestar is ostensibly fully owned by Geely, and its merchandise comprised of each Volvo and home-grown Geely know-how. The Polestar 4 is, actually, largely Chinese language—in the absolute best approach.
The Polestar 4 was initially to be in-built China, however U.S. tariffs on Chinese language-built EVs pressured a producing venue change to South Korea, making the “4” a very worldwide car.
For 2026, the Polestar 4 is obtainable in three trim ranges, ranging in worth from beneath $60,000 to virtually $75,000. The lineup:
- Single Motor ($57,800)
- Twin Motor ($64,300)
- Twin Motor Efficiency ($74,300)
Battery Capability and Vary
All Polestar 4 fashions function a 94-kWh battery. Single-motor fashions are rear drive, and rated at 268 horsepower, and 310 miles of vary. Twin Motor and Twin Motor Efficiency examples boast a wholesome 544 horsepower and both 280 (Twin Motor) or 255 miles (Twin Motor Efficiency) of vary.
It’s price noting that on different Polestar fashions, the Efficiency improve features a bump in horsepower, which isn’t the case on the 4. As a substitute, the highest trim-level Polestar 4 advantages from simply bigger performance-oriented wheels and tires, and sport-suspension tuning.
Check Automotive
Shopper Information not too long ago spent every week behind the wheel of a 2026 Polestar 4 in Twin Motor trim in Stratus (shade) and geared up with the Nappa leather-based inside, and Plus Pack. All informed, our check automotive got here to $79,100, together with vacation spot cost.
No Rear Glass
Let’s get the large information right here out of the way in which: The Polestar 4 just isn’t fitted with rear glass. And as surprising as this appears, the glassless aft view of the Polestar 4 is very glossy and uncomplicated. To compensate, a rear view picture is projected onto the within mirror—which we suppose is now not truly a mirror. The picture is vivid, clear, and enhanced throughout darkish hours. The system works effectively, although we discovered ourselves hesitating to vary lanes to the correct, one thing we assume we might get used to after extra time within the 4. And, certainly, the mirror does supply a usefully wide-angle view of the site visitors behind.
Cabin and Controls
The Polestar 4 cabin is vivid, ethereal, and surprisingly roomy. We’re unsure the optionally available $3700 leather-based package deal presents effectively sufficient for the value, however there’s no denying the 4’s premium-car bona fides. And, meeting high quality is high notch.
Like most premium EVs, the Polestar 4’s controls are largely confined to the central touchscreen, although fast entry to most features comes by means of well-organized icons discovered alongside the aspect and backside of the display screen. That stated, adjusting the skin mirrors by way of the middle display screen—or steering-wheel controls—is needlessly sophisticated.
Room and Consolation
Although it sits decrease than many small crossovers, the 4 gives loads of grownup area in each the entrance and rear seating rows. Entry is made simple by huge opening doorways and beneficiant portholes. And although the view rearward is obscured by, effectively, the shortage of a window, outward visibility ahead and to the aspect is great.
Trip and Dealing with
Underway, the Polestar crossover is, frankly, a dream to drive. Trip and dealing with are high notch, and although the steering is somewhat mild, it feels stable and reassuring. Likewise, the 4 hustles round corners and cloverleaf on-ramps with sprightly confidence. Not solely is there loads of energy on faucet, however spectacular grip as effectively. The Polestar 4 made us want that our weekly drive together with time on curvy mountain roads, or the Autobahn.
Vary
In what amounted to gentle winter climate, our check automotive turned in vary efficiency not less than in line with EPA estimates, and would seemingly exceed these numbers by a great margin throughout hotter months.
We did, nonetheless, endure a gradual charging session, with peak a peak power-transfer fee of simply 30kW. That is effectively beneath the Polestar 4’s rated 200 kW fee. As disappointing as this efficiency was, we can’t rule out a potential concern with the charger itself.
Zeeker 001
As for the way Chinese language the Polestar 4 is, we’re unsure it issues, however right here’s the lowdown: Each the Polestar 4 and Zeekr 001 are constructed on Geely’s Sustainable Expertise Structure (SEA). The 2 autos are comparable in dimension, and Chinese language-market examples are constructed alongside one another in the identical manufacturing unit. Whereas different Polestar merchandise have relied closely on Volvo know-how, the Polestar 4 is the model’s first home-grown mannequin, and it’s, frankly, spectacularly good.
Worth
We actually couldn’t be extra impressed by the Polestar 4. From its glossy and trendy design, roomy cabin, sporty perspective, and top-notch cabin quietness and journey high quality, this compact Polestar leaves an enduring—and overwhelmingly constructive—impression. And, being selective with the choices, you possibly can put collectively a Polestar 4 that doesn’t value all that rather more than a loaded typical luxurious crossover.
If the Polestar 4 is a harbinger of Chinese language electrical autos to come back, different carmakers want start bracing for some very severe competitors.
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