Polestar 2

Top 5 demographically probably cover more areas, no? Are BYD selling countrywide?

The interior is rather nice when you option the expensive leather package. I think the main problem is that it's not a decidated BEV platform and it shows. Cup holder placement is a joke. It has the worst knee space of any EV that i've driven, for the driver. Pure cloth seats as standard - at least some other brands try to do a half vegan leather to give interiors a more premium feel. I understand why people were rather critical of my post a few pages back; I said In'd rather buy a specced up ID3 than a PS2, I still stand by my conviction simply because what the PS2 offers in it's base package is so poor

In saying all that, I do like how it look's. I wish they offered pixel headlights as a more affordable optional extra.

I've had a 2 from Hertz twice in the last year and would say it is the most uncomfortable car I've ever driven. I am 6' tall and my right knee was constantly jammed up against the centre console. Bear in mind they were both LHD so maybe it feels a bit better the other way round but I'd definitely advise trying to do an extended test drive before buying one. On the plus side, I loved the Android Automotive and my passenger (a couple of inches shorter than me) felt it was a lovely drive.

Of course being lhd makes a difference! My left foot never moves so is rather comfortable sitting on the foot rest

What's the Business Edition?

and it will only come in one colour, no options, can’t remember but I presume it’s the colour above

That chart is a horrendous layout 😀

that polestar 4 business edition looks like good value but will make it much harder for them to sell the higher priced versions which I’m assuming they would like to be doing.

Just announced this morning…

Polestar strengthens collaboration with OHM Group and its retail business Spirit Motor Group and announces plans for a brand-new Polestar Space in Dublin.

Polestar, the Swedish premium electric performance car brand, strengthens the collaboration with OHM Group to assume Polestar’s sales and distribution operations in Ireland from 15 April 2025. OHM Group is involved in the exclusive distribution and retail of international brands and related aftersales services in the automotive and power solutions markets.

 The Distribution Agreement with OHM Group is a long-term strategic move that will strengthen the Polestar brand in Ireland, including the development of a new permanent Polestar Space in Sandyford, Dublin in a transformative year with two new luxury electric SUVs, Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 now launched in the market.

 This comes at an exciting time for the brand. Polestar launched in Ireland in 2022 with OHM Group’s retail business, Spirit Motor Group, as its sole partner with the premium electric fastback Polestar 2 and has delivered over 750 cars to date. Last year Polestar launched two new products - Polestar 3 and Polestar 4. In 2025 the Swedish premium electric performance brand plans to launch the Polestar 5, an F-segment electric performance 4-door GT.

To support the growth of the Polestar brand in Ireland, OHM Group’s retail arm, Spirit Motor Group will develop a new permanent Polestar Space in Sandyford, Dublin. The new state-of-the-art Polestar facility with a seven-car showroom and customer handover bays is located on the current site in Sandyford, providing the brand with a permanent home.

Aftersales support will continue to be offered by Spirit Motor Group and Polestar’s other five service partners in Ireland will continue to offer aftersales support, ensuring a seamless experience for Polestar customers.

no its the entry level model no packs.

This is what they've listed for it in their DD ad. It's not bad. Pano roof as standard.

Standard Equipment Highlights:- Flush e-latch door handles that deploy when car unlocks- Panoramic roof- Digital rear view mirror- Sport seats (8-way electrically adjustable driver seat and 6-way electrically adjustable passenger seat)- Heated front seats- Electronic climate control, 2-zone- Wireless device charging (15 W)- 5G network- Animal mode- 12 ultrasonic parking sensors (front, rear, and sides)- 360º camera with 3D view- ADAS: Advanced Driver Assistance System- Adaptive Cruise Control-Advanced Collision Avoidance- Forward Collision Warning- 20" Aero Wheels- Heat pump.

What's to recommend this LRDM Plus over a Seal AWD?

I don't agree that the base car is poor. Yes it has material seats but they are good quality material seats. My wife changed her ID4 to a brand new one and it's better than the older generation but the charging software is still rubbish, the infotainment is over complicated and at least in a base Polestar the fit, finish and software is solid.

If you're 6 foot it's not a car I would consider. It's a good second car or company car, but not something you buy for interior space. It's comfortable and the cockpit feel has it's perks where your are travelling solo.

I've seen a few P4s about the last two weeks and in the right colour they are beautiful. The light blue is amazing. Greys and blacks are a bit forgetful as the shape isn't amazing. Glad to see them starting to sell.

Here's an email from Polestar Ireland this week.