Polestar 2 gains new optional packages as brand reveals plans to move into more markets

Electric performance brand Polestar has revealed two new optional packs for its Polestar 2 model at the Munich motor show.

At the IAA on Monday, the firm debuted the Plus Pack and Pilot Pack for the electrified fastback, which add to the Performance Pack already detailed previously.

The cheapest optional bundle is the Plus Pack, which offers a heat pump designed to reduce the need to use battery capacity on the cabin's climate by as much as 50 per cent.

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Polestar 2

In colder parts of the world, the pump can improve the Polestar 2’s driving range by 10 per cent.

The Plus Pack, which will set buyers back an extra €3500 (AU$5580), also includes a full-length panoramic glass roof, premium Harman Kardon audio system with 13 speakers, WeaveTech upholstery and black ash deco panels.

Additionally, the fully-electric front seats with memory function, rear seats, steering wheel and wiper nozzle are all heated.

Next up, the Pilot Pack, costing €4500 (AU$7175), includes enhanced safety and driver assistance features – such as Pixel LED headlights with LED front fog lights, driver assistance with adaptive cruise control and pilot assist.

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Also featuring as part of the package are; a 360-degree surround view camera, all-round parking sensors, and driver awareness, the latter of which includes; blind-spot information system (BLIS) with steering support, cross-traffic alert with brake support, and rear collision warning.

The existing optional Performance Pack, which costs €6000 (AU$9567), remains available for the Long range Dual-motor variant only, and includes adjustable Öhlins dampers, Brembo brakes, forged 20-inch alloy wheels and signature ‘Swedish gold’ details inside and out.

A handful of specific single optional extras remain available, including ventilated Nappa leather upholstery (requires the Plus Pack to be purchased), metallic paint, 20-inch alloy wheels and a semi-electric folding tow bar.

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Earlier this year the Volvo spin-off announced the Polestar 2 line-up for 2021 – offering three powertrains for the EV, which is due to land in Europe this month and on Australian shores by year's end.

Top spec will be an all-wheel drive version with a 300kW and 660Nm output from two motors – drawing power from a 78kWh battery pack which provides a driving range of up to 480km. This variant will hit 100km/h in a claimed 4.5 seconds and be priced at €51,500 (roughly equalling AU$82,000).

A 64kWh, front-drive version will have a driving range of up to 440km and cost €45,500 (AU$72,500), while a long-range (78kWh) FWD version will be able to travel close to 540km and be priced at €48,500 (AU$77,300). These have 165kW/330Nm and 170kW/330Nm respectively, and take 7.0sec to hit 100km/h.

Australian pricing has yet to be confirmed on all variants, but is expected soon.

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Polestar Precept

This week the brand has also announced it plans to expand into 30 global markets by the end of 2022.

After confirming in July this year it wants to double the number of markets it is in 2021 from nine to 18 by the end of 2021, Polestar now aims to establish itself in a further twelve throughout 2022.

“Growth on this scale is unprecedented and confirms our position as a truly global, pure EV brand,” said Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO, speaking at the 2021 IAA in Munich.

“Our unique business model has allowed us to develop the manufacturing capacity we need to satisfy demand. Our digital-first approach means we can enter new markets faster. And, crucially, the service network vital to customer peace of mind is already in place.”

On the list of new markets are the Middle East, including Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates, Luxembourg and Iceland.

A Precept concept vehicle, revealed in February 2020 and previously confirmed for future production, has also made its first public appearance at the Munich motor show.

Recently the company previewed the car with a new video series offering fans a look behind the scenes at how it is conceived and crafted.