Polestar

Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Polestar 2 — distinctive Swedish design, Google built-in, 554km WLTP and sub-6s performance. Sold online with home delivery across Ireland.

Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor — electric car Ireland 2026
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€33,604 After SEAI + VRT grants
554km WLTP ~440km real-world
554WLTP range km70kWh battery
440Real range kmIrish conditions est.
180Max DC kWFast charging
6.4s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€33,604Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity70 kWh
WLTP range554 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~440 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6.4s
Top speed205 km/h
Torque489 Nm
DrivetrainRWD
Max DC charge rate180 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity405 L
Towing capacity1,500 kg
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,606 mm
Width1,859 mm
Height1,479 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range554km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~440km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Polestar highlights

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Google built-in
Android Automotive OS with Google Maps, Assistant & Play
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Pilot Assist
Semi-autonomous highway driving as standard
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Sustainability focus
Lifecycle CO₂ tracking — transparent from factory to end of life

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€39,897
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
VRT relief− €2,793
Net price after grants€33,604

💡 Total savings of €6,293. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 VRT relief €2,793 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€455
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€929
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,245/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the Polestar 2 costs approximately €455 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 Polestar 2 — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500) and VRT relief (€2,793). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor
Most Popular
70kWh · 554km €39,897€33,604
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Best Range
82kWh · 654km €50,397€46,897
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
AWD Performance
82kWh · 591km €56,897€53,397

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 Polestar 2 on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 180km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 220km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 130km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 180km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 8+ days between home charges

Based on ~440km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the Polestar 2 right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 405L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)✅ Up to 1,500kg
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €6,293 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ RWD only
💡 Best for: Sporty Scandi saloon.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~10h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~7h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~59min
🚀 180kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~19min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Polestar partners with Ionity for preferential rates via the Polestar app.

Polestar provides preferential Ionity pricing through the Polestar app. Ionity's 350kW+ ultra-rapid chargers on major Irish motorway routes (M1, M8, M9, M18) give Polestar owners one of the best long-distance charging experiences available in Ireland.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,606 mm
Width1,859 mm
Height1,479 mm
Boot capacity405 L
Towing (braked)1,500 kg
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor

The Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor has an Irish list price of €39,897 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500 and VRT relief of €2,793, the net cost is approximately €33,604. The range starts from €39,897 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor has a WLTP official range of 554km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 440km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. The Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. VRT relief of €2,793 also applies, giving total state support of €6,293. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €455. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €929. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Polestar operates a direct-to-consumer model through polestar.com/ie. You configure and order online, with test drives available at Polestar Spaces in Ireland through selected Volvo retailers.
Yes. Polestar was originally Volvo's performance division and is now a standalone brand, majority-owned by Geely (which also owns Volvo Cars). Polestar and Volvo share platforms, factories and some technology — which explains the strong build quality and safety ratings at the price point.
The Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor supports up to 180kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 10 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 59 minutes. At the maximum 180kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 19 minutes.
The Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Polestar Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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