Polestar

Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-08

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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€36,397 After SEAI grant
554km WLTP ~440km real-world
554WLTP range km70kWh battery
440Real range kmIrish conditions est.
180Max DC kWFast charging
6.4s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€36,397Net 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
Net price after grants€36,397

ℹ️ This list price already reflects Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles (up to €2,793 depending on OMSP) — it is not an additional deduction on top of the SEAI grant above.

💡 Savings of €3,500 shown above via the SEAI Private Car Grant. 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). List prices already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. 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€36,397
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Best Range
82kWh · 654km €50,397
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
AWD Performance
100kWh · 673km €56,897

Prices include 23% VAT and already reflect Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles. Net prices shown after the SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price is €50,000 or less) only. Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available. 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 grant)✅ €3,500 grant
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
🚀 180kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~16min
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 and reflecting Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500, the net cost is approximately €36,397. 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–€50k (cap reduced from €60k on 31 July 2026). Apply via seai.ie after purchase. Ireland's VRT relief for zero-emission vehicles (up to €2,793 depending on OMSP) is also already reflected in the list price above. 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 16 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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