FullyJuicedEV.com
  • Home
  • General News
  • Blog
  • Video
  • Auto Insurance
  • Auto News
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • General News
  • Blog
  • Video
  • Auto Insurance
  • Auto News
No Result
View All Result
FullyJuicedEV.com
No Result
View All Result
Home Auto News

Polestar 2 offers permanent performance boost over the air—for $1,195

7 December 2022
in Auto News
Reading Time: 3 mins read
Polestar 2 offers permanent performance boost over the air—for $1,195

Polestar is offering an over-the-air software update that boosts output of dual-motor versions of the Polestar 2—for a one-time $1,195 fee.

The new software increases output by 68 hp and 15 lb-ft of torque to 476 hp and 502 lb-ft, Polestar said in a press release. This reduces the manufacturer-estimated 0-60 mph time to 4.2 seconds, but Polestar claims the performance boost will mostly be felt at speeds between 44 and 80 mph. With the update, 50-75 mph acceleration drops by half a second, to 2.2 seconds, according to Polestar.

2023 Polestar 2

2023 Polestar 2

This puts the dual-motor Polestar 2 in the same vicinity as the Tesla Model 3 Performance. Anecdotally, the upgrade makes no dent to efficiency or range, Polestar says.

That doesn’t necessarily suggest that with the upgrade the Polestar 2 might achieve the same EPA-cycle results—and this is new ground for how such an example will be treated. The dual-motor Polestar 2 is currently EPA-rated at 260 miles of range and 100 MPGe combined.

Polestar confirmed to Green Car Reports that the upgrade can be applied to any dual-motor Polestar 2—including models from the 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years.

Like Tesla, Polestar has shown that it can deploy fixes for recall issues quickly, over the air. It did just that in 2021 to fix a powertrain issue in some of the earliest Polestar 2 EVs shipped to the U.S. Like that fix, the new performance software can be downloaded and installed over the air without a visit to a service center. Polestar has also resisted the temptation to make the software into a monthly subscription, so customers only have to pay a one-time fee.

2023 Polestar 2

2023 Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 dual-motor is already a lot of fun to drive, without the upgrade. Polestar also has more powerful models in the works. The future Polestar 5 will be a performance flagship, with 884 hp and an 800-volt architecture. Based on the Precept Concept revealed in 2020, it’s due to go on sale in 2024 as a rival to the Tesla Model S, Lucid Air, and Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan—as well as the Porsche Taycan to some degree.

Tags: chargingElectricElectric carElectric VehicleEVinfrastructure

Related Posts

Ioniq 6 beats Model 3, Toyota EV position, GM battery flexibility: Today’s Car News
Auto News

Ioniq 6 beats Model 3, Toyota EV position, GM battery flexibility: Today’s Car News

1 February 2023
GM Ultium EV ramp, Leaf-powered pickup, fast-food fast-charging: Today’s Car News
Auto News

Flexible on battery cells in EV ramp

1 February 2023
Does Toyota CEO change signal it’s going all-in on EVs?
Auto News

Does Toyota CEO change signal it’s going all-in on EVs?

1 February 2023
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 rated at 361 miles, tops Model 3 Long Range
Auto News

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 rated at 361 miles, tops Model 3 Long Range

31 January 2023
No Result
View All Result

Recent Posts

  • Ioniq 6 beats Model 3, Toyota EV position, GM battery flexibility: Today’s Car News
  • Flexible on battery cells in EV ramp
  • Does Toyota CEO change signal it’s going all-in on EVs?
  • 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 rated at 361 miles, tops Model 3 Long Range
  • Tesla mulls EV production plant near new Mexico City airport

Archives

  • February 2023
  • January 2023
  • December 2022
  • November 2022
  • October 2022
  • April 2022
  • March 2022
  • February 2022
  • January 2022
  • December 2021
  • November 2021
  • October 2021
  • September 2021
  • August 2021
  • Home
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms & conditions
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • Contact us
  • About

© 2021 fullyjuicedev.com - Part of My i Life Media

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • General News
  • Blog
  • Video
  • Auto Insurance
  • Auto News

© 2021 fullyjuicedev.com - Part of My i Life Media

This website uses information gathering tools including cookies, and other similar technology. We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Do not sell my personal information. Ad and Cookie Policy
Cookie SettingsAccept



Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT