Polestar 2 vs Kia EV6
Overview | |
MSRP$49,900 | MSRP$40,900 |
Average price | Average price$33,143 |
Listings438 | Listings4128 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryPolestar is one of the newest brands in the automotive firmament, but it still has a connection to an established automaker. The Polestar name originally belonged to an independent motorsports and tuning company focused on modifying Volvos. It was eventually acquired by the Swedish automaker, and for a short time became its performance sub-brand, similar to Mercedes-AMG or BMW M. Volvo then decided to reassign the Polestar name to a new brand focused on electric vehicles. Launched for the 2021 model year, the Polestar 2 was the new brand’s first volume model, following the limited-edition Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid. Polestar has other EVs planned, but for now the 2 remains its sole offering. The 2024 Polestar 2 gets some notable upgrades, including a range boost, revised styling, and some powertrain changes. All of that helps keep the 2 fresh in the face of competition like the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6. Polestar keeps its lineup simple. Buyers can choose between Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Dual Motor configurations. We sampled the single-motor Polestar 2 for this review. | |
Reviews SummaryWe didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine167 hp Electric |
Drive Train | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity82 kWh | EV Battery Capacity58 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City127 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway100 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
Engine | |
Engine Name299 hp Electric | Engine Name167 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)8 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V) |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity82 kWh | EV Battery Capacity58 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City127 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway100 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4396 lbs | Curb Weight4017 lbs |
Height58.2 in | Height60.8 in |
Length181.3 in | Length184.3 in |
Width78.1 in | Width74.0 in |
Wheelbase107.7 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload925 lbs | Maximum Payload987 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $49,900 | $40,900 |
Average price | $33,143 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Polestar is one of the newest brands in the automotive firmament, but it still has a connection to an established automaker. The Polestar name originally belonged to an independent motorsports and tuning company focused on modifying Volvos. It was eventually acquired by the Swedish automaker, and for a short time became its performance sub-brand, similar to Mercedes-AMG or BMW M. Volvo then decided to reassign the Polestar name to a new brand focused on electric vehicles. Launched for the 2021 model year, the Polestar 2 was the new brand’s first volume model, following the limited-edition Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid. Polestar has other EVs planned, but for now the 2 remains its sole offering. The 2024 Polestar 2 gets some notable upgrades, including a range boost, revised styling, and some powertrain changes. All of that helps keep the 2 fresh in the face of competition like the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6. Polestar keeps its lineup simple. Buyers can choose between Long Range Single Motor and Long Range Dual Motor configurations. We sampled the single-motor Polestar 2 for this review. | We didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 167 hp Electric | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | 58 kWh |
MPG City | 127 | |
MPG Highway | 100 | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 8 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 299 hp Electric | 167 hp Electric |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 8 hours | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | 58 kWh |
MPG City | 127 | |
MPG Highway | 100 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4396 lbs | 4017 lbs |
Height | 58.2 in | 60.8 in |
Length | 181.3 in | 184.3 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 74.0 in |
Wheelbase | 107.7 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 925 lbs | 987 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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