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.
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554WLTP range km70kWh battery
440Real range kmIrish conditions est.
155Max DC kWFast charging
6.4s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€33,604Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 70 kWh |
| WLTP range | 554 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~440 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 6.4s |
| Top speed | 205 km/h |
| Torque | 330 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 155 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 11 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Boot capacity | 405 L |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 kg |
| Seats | 5 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,606 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
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 |
100kWh · 706km | €50,397€46,897 |
| Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor AWD Performance |
100kWh · 673km | €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 | ⚠️ FWD/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 |
| 🚀 155kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~19min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, 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.
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
| Length | 4,606 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm |
| Boot capacity | 405 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,500 kg |
| Seats | 5 |
| Battery warranty | 8 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 155kW 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 155kW 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, EasyGo, 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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