Will the New Polestar 3 Electric SUV Be a Worthy Addition?
The Polestar 2 came out in 2020 as an electric sedan from this new brand. Most EV automakers looked at this sedan and said, “that’s cute,” but didn’t give it a second thought. Now that the Polestar 3 SUV is on the way, they are paying attention. The popularity of SUVs in America is incredible, and a new luxury electric SUV just might take some business from the EV heritage names.
What is the 2023 Polestar 3 electric SUV?
This new EV is an SUV coming from the brand that is an offshoot of Volvo. The Polestar 3 brings a dual-motor layout and a large battery pack to deliver up to 372 miles of driving on a single charge. This driving range rivals that of a full tank of gasoline for nearly every comparable SUV.
Along with this impressive driving range, the new Polestar SUV offers a revolutionary autonomous driving system powered by LiDAR sensors.
When will this new electric SUV arrive?
Jalopnik tells us that the planned debut for the Polestar 3 is October 2022. This new model comes at the right time as the electric luxury SUV is one of the highest margin and growth segments in the industry right now.
This is the first Polestar built in America
The Volvo plant in South Carolina is tooled to build Polestar models. According to Car and Driver, the new Polestar 3 joins the Volvo S60 sedan and XC90 SUV at this plant as the first Polestar model built in the United States. It is pretty fitting that an SUV is made here, considering the growth of SUVs in the North American market.
How much does a Polestar 3 cost?
Pricing is still an unanswered question for this new electric SUV. This new model could start as high as $70,000, according to Cars Direct, but it could also begin at a lower price. The starting price won’t be revealed until much closer to the release date.
How long does a Polestar battery last?
Similar to other electric vehicles, the Polestar 3 batteries should last between 200,000 and 400,000 miles. This is based on the estimate of the Polestar 2 battery pack provided by Engine Patrol. The number of years the battery operates depends upon how many times it’s recharged and the miles on the odometer.
The new Polestar 3 electric SUV is stylish and functional
If you’re looking for an EV that offers room for a small family, a generous cargo area, and a stylish appearance, the Polestar 3 could be the SUV you want to drive. This vehicle has an attractive swept-back shape, disappearing door handles, a glass-top roof, and a sporty high spoiler. While we don’t have the details about power, features, and comfort, consider Volvo’s reputation and apply it to a sportier SUV.
What’s next for Polestar?
Once the new 2023 Polestar 3 electric SUV arrives, the company plans to launch a new vehicle every year for three years. Along with this lineup growth, the brand plans to be in at least 30 markets by the end of next year. With this growth strategy, Polestar could become more of a household name and cause other automakers a few headaches along the way.
