Online sales for the Polestar 4 SUV coupé have commenced in Australia with a starting indicative price of $81,500.
Production is planned to start towards mid-2024 with the first Australian deliveries expected from August.
The Polestar 4 SUV coupé is positioned between Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 in terms of size and price according to the brand.
“The introduction of Polestar 4 into all our markets through the course of 2024 is key to our success, adding this third model to our line-up. Polestar 4 tackles the premium performance class in the D-SUV segment,” says Polestar chief executive Thomas Ingenlath.
Built on the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) developed by Geely Holding, Polestar 4 is a D-segment SUV coupé with a large body and a 2999 mm wheelbase. Overall length is 4840 mm, width is 2139 mm and height is 1534 mm.
Thanks to the elimination of the rear window, the standard full-length glass roof stretches beyond the rear occupants’ heads. A secondary media and climate control screen is mounted between the front seats to enable rear occupant control.
The rear-view mirror is replaced by a high-definition screen that shows a real-time feed from a roof-mounted rear camera – enabling a far wider field of view than what can be experienced in most modern cars. The digital feed can be deactivated to allow drivers to instead see rear occupants if needed.
Colour and material choices for Polestar 4 explore new executions for Polestar – including new exterior colours Storm and Electron, and a unique new interior colour, Mist.
Sustainability
The Polestar 4 Long range Single motor version has a cradle-to-gate carbon footprint of 19.9 tCO2e, while the Long range Dual motor has one of 21.4 tCO2e. Aluminium represents 22.4-24% of the carbon footprint, while steel and iron constitute 20%, and battery modules account for the highest share of the carbon footprint of materials production and refining at 36-40%.
New interior materials include a tailored knit textile that consists of 100% recycled PET, along with bio-attributed MicroTech vinyl and traced leather from Bridge of Weir.
The material and the design of the tailored knit textile have been created by Polestar designers together with the Swedish School of Textiles (Borås Textilhögskolan) and further developed with suppliers.
Inlay carpets in the interior are made using recycled PET and floor carpets are made using ECONYL, which includes reclaimed fishing nets. Specific door trim panels are made from NFPP (natural fibre polypropylene) which results in up to 50% less virgin plastic and a weight saving of up to 40%.
Performance
The Polestar 4 is the fastest production car the brand has developed to date. The 0-100 km/h sprint can be completed in 3.8 seconds and the maximum power output is 400 kW (544 hp).
Both dual- and single-motor variants are available, with the single-motor featuring rear-wheel drive. Semi-active suspension features in the dual-motor version for an additional layer of adjustment between comfort and performance dynamics. Wheels range from 20 to 22 inches in size, with tyres supplied by Pirelli and Michelin, depending on configuration.
A 100 kWh battery is fitted to both long-range versions. The Long-range Dual motor features 400 kW (544 hp), 686 Nm and a preliminary range target of up to 580 km WLTP[4]. A disconnect clutch allows the car to disengage the front electric motor when not needed, to maximise range and efficiency.
The Long-range single-motor version features a 200kW and 343Nm motor at the rear and a preliminary range target of up to 610 km WLTP.
Up to 200 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging is included for both versions, and the charge lid is motorised. Bi-directional charging hardware is included, with vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality planned to be made available at a later date, providing for external devices to draw power from Polestar 4. A heat pump is fitted as standard, allowing the car to capitalise on ambient heat when preconditioning the cabin and battery.
Technology
The Polestar 4’s infotainment system is powered by Android Automotive OS and the Snapdragon Cockpit Platform now utilises a 15.4-inch landscape-oriented screen.
With Google built-in, including Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play, Polestar continues to offer a leading connected experience.
A Harman Kardon audio system is available as an option with 12 speakers and a 1,400-watt channel-hybrid amplifier. An additional two headrest speakers are added to each front seat with the optional Nappa Pack– raising the total to 16. Wireless Apple CarPlay is included.
Regular over-the-air (OTA) updates allow for new features and improvements to be sent remotely to all vehicles, removing the need to visit a workshop to gain the latest software.
Safety
New partnerships bring intelligent safety technology to the fore, including the SuperVision Advanced Driver Assistance System from Mobileye. A total of twelve cameras, one radar and twelve ultrasonic sensors are fitted as standard. This includes a driver monitoring camera, which only relays data and does not record video, to monitor the driver’s eyes and head movements to help avoid incidents related to fatigue or incapacitation. Together with hands-on detection in the steering wheel, the driver monitoring system helps to keep the driver actively engaged in driving, as required.
A 10.2-inch driver display is mounted ahead of the steering column and includes speed, battery and range information. When engaged by various assistance systems, a virtual environment can show other road users, current driving assistance functions and navigation information. To reduce distraction, a head-up display (HUD) with 14.7-inch projection area in front of the driver relays key vehicle, telephony and navigation information to the windscreen, further improving driver attentiveness. A clever ‘snow mode’ function for the HUD switches the text colour from white to yellow, improving visibility in snowy environments.
The optional Pilot Pack includes enhanced Pilot Assist with lane change assist, initiated by the driver tapping the indicator stalk in the desired direction.
Equipment packs
The Plus Pack comprises comfort and technology upgrades, with the Pro Pack adding 21-inch wheels and subtle design details. The Nappa upgrade can be specified in addition to the Plus Pack, and includes animal welfare-secured Nappa leather upholstery with ventilation and massage, additional headrest speakers for the front seats and rear comfort headrests.
The Pilot Pack includes Pilot Assist and its extended features and is included as standard in Australia. The Performance Pack increases the performance look and driving experience of the Long-range Dual motor version, with 22-inch wheels, 4-piston Brembo brakes, Polestar Engineered performance chassis tuning and Swedish gold details for the brakes, seat belts and valve caps.
Polestar 4 pricing
Long-range Single motor $81,500
Long-range Dual motor $93,050
Plus Pack $8000
Pro Pack $2500
Performance Pack (dual-motor only) $7200
