Polestar 2 vs. Polestar 1
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Polestar 2 and Polestar 1 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Polestar 2 and the Polestar 1.
When we compare the Polestar 2's and the Polestar 1's specifications and ratings, the Polestar 2 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Polestar 1 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Polestar 2's and the Polestar 1's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2021 Polestar 2 ranges from $18,997 to $29,839 while a used 2021 Polestar 1 is priced between $59,999 to $156,500.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Polestar 2 loses 60.6 percent of its value and the Polestar 1 loses 39.9 percent of its value. This means the Polestar 1 retains 20.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Polestar 2.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Polestar 2’s base engine makes 408 horsepower, and the Polestar 1 base engine makes 600 horsepower. The 2 is rated to deliver an average of 96 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 233 miles. The 1 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles.This gives the Polestar 2 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Polestar 1 the advantage in maximum range. The 2 uses electricity, and the 1 uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Polestar 2, a electric midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Polestar 1, a hybrid sports car, has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Polestar 2 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
59900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
47447
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
37990 - 59900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
155000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
140275
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
103800 - 157500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
24416
Price Range:
18997 - 29839
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
23291
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
21754 - 24416
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
29
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
38790
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
93075
Price Range:
59999 - 156500
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
107950
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
81590 - 149186
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
12816
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Polestar 2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Polestar 1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Polestar 2
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Polestar 1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.022703272663888
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
6.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
3.5 - 439.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.222658102783078
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
2.0 - 48.1
Polestar 2 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 22Ranking
1 out of / 22Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 22Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
16 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 22Ranking
19 out of / 30Polestar 1 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 37Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 37Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 37Ranking
14 out of / 37Ranking
17 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 37Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Polestar 2 Trim Levels
Launch Edition
Polestar 1 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
408 hp
Torque:
487 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
737 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.116 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
96 / 88 / 92
Range (city/hwy):
233 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
78 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 26
MPGe:
55 / 61 / 58
Range (city/hwy):
410 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
20.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.7 inches
Cargo Space:
4.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
72.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4680 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
181.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5180 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
53.2 inches
Length:
182 inches
Wheelbase:
108 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/30R21
Exterior Colors
Black
Void
Blue
Midnight
Gray
Magnesium / Moon / Thunder
White
Snow
Exterior Colors
Black
Space Matte / Space Metallic
Blue
Midnight Matte / Midnight Metallic
Gray
Magnesium Matte / Magnesium Metallic / Osmium Matte / Osmium Metallic
White
Snow Matte / Snow Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Barley
Black
Charcoal WeaveTech
Gray
Slate WeaveTech
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Charcoal w/ Zinc Seats
