Polestar 4 2025 review
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Overview
The Polestar 4 is the car with no rear window — and the one that makes Polestar's range genuinely interesting. This coupe-SUV replaces the glass tailgate with a roof-mounted camera feeding a digital mirror, a bold move that frees up headroom and gives the 4 its distinctive fastback silhouette.
Two versions are offered, both badged Long Range. The £59,990 single-motor car sends 272bhp to the rear wheels, hits 62mph in 7.1 seconds and claims up to 385 miles of WLTP range. The £66,990 dual-motor flagship doubles output to 544bhp, slashing the sprint to 3.8 seconds — making it the fastest Polestar ever built — with 367 miles of range. Both use a 94kWh battery with 200kW DC charging for a 10–80% top-up in about 30 minutes.
Inside, the 4 leans into lounge-like minimalism with a 15.4-inch landscape screen, sustainable textiles and a properly spacious second row. Polestar also claims it has the lowest carbon footprint of any of its models to date.
Early cars suffered widely reported software niggles — hyperactive driver aids and unfinished features — though over-the-air updates are steadily smoothing things out. Buy the hardware's promise and the 4 is a striking, fast and efficient alternative to the usual German coupe-SUVs.
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UK price from: £59,990
Specifications
| Battery | 94 kWh |
| Power | 272bhp (single motor); 544bhp (dual motor) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.1 seconds (single motor); 3.8 seconds (dual motor) |
| Top speed | 124 mph |
| Range (WLTP) | Up to 385 miles (single motor); 367 miles (dual motor) |
| Charging (DC max) | 200 kW; 10-80% in 30 minutes |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive (single motor); all-wheel drive (dual motor) |
| Seats | 5 |
Features
- No rear window — camera-fed digital rear-view mirror
- 94kWh battery; 200kW DC rapid charging (10-80% in 30 minutes)
- Up to 385 miles of WLTP range (single motor)
- 544bhp dual-motor flagship: 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds
- 15.4-inch landscape touchscreen with Google built in
- 22kW AC on-board charger for fast home and public charging
- Sustainable interior textiles and tailored knit upholstery
- Heat pump standard for efficient winter driving
Common parts & prices
| Part | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin pollen filter | £27.99 | Replace every 2 years; activated carbon type |
| Front wiper blade set | £33.99 | Flat aero blades sized for the wide screen |
| Front brake pads (set) | £99.99 | Low-dust compound suits the 4's strong regen |
| Front brake discs (pair) | £149.99 | Vented discs; bed in gently after fitting |
| 12V auxiliary battery | £159.99 | AGM type; check annually from year three |
| 20in alloy wheel | £399.99 | Check offset and load rating before ordering |
Pros
- Striking design that stands out from every rival
- Huge range and properly rapid charging
- Dual-motor version is seriously quick
- Roomy, lounge-like cabin with clever materials
Cons
- Early software niggles widely reported
- Digital mirror takes getting used to
- Driver aids can be over-sensitive
- Priced close to the larger Polestar 3
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