The Polestar 1 is a stunning plug-in hybrid, but the $155,000 price tag will put it out of the reach of most consumers. However, Volvo’s division has already announced plans for a Polestar 2, which will compete with the Tesla Model 3.
The company hasn’t said much about the Polestar 2, but Evo is reporting the model will be unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The publication goes on to say the sedan will ride on Volvo’s Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) and will likely feature a unique design.
There’s no word on performance specifications, but the Polestar is reportedly targeting a range of 310 miles (499 km) between charges. If they are able to achieve their goal, the EV will have the same range as the Tesla Model 3 with the long range battery.
Besides the impressive range, the car will reportedly be geared towards performance. As a result, it could have an Öhlins suspension and an Akebono braking system, just like the Polestar 1.
There’s no word on output yet, but the company is clearly targeting the Model 3. In its current configuration, the entry-level Tesla can accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 5.1 seconds and hit a top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h). When equipped with the optional all-wheel drive system, the dash to 60 mph (96 km/h) is cut to 4.5 seconds and the top speed increases to 145 mph (233 km/h).
Tesla also offers a high-performance Model 3 that can rocket from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 3.5 seconds and top out at 155 mph (250 km/h). There’s no word if Polestar will follow suit, but it’s possible, as the company’s chief operating officer, Jonathan Goodman, told the publication the company wants to offer driver’s cars.
Goodman also confirmed the upcoming Polestar 3 will be a crossover coupe that will be focused on drivability, design and “offering something different.” The model will have an electric powertrain and it is slated to be launched towards the end of 2021.
