Tuesday 21st March 2023

Polestar 2 Edition 270 returns... as Edition 230

Even fewer examples (and more money asked) as Polestar's trick BST flagship returns for seconds

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Time waits for no one in the EV world, even those customers who’ve splashed the cash on the flagship model in a manufacturer’s lineup. With customers of the 2 BST Edition 270 only just tearing the plastic off their charge cables, Polestar has announced the follow-up with an identical spec: the Edition 230.

It really is very similar, too, with the same 25mm ride height drop (on 20 per cent stiffer springs), Ohlins two-way adjustable dampers, black 21-inch wheels and Pirelli P Zero tyres. Even power and torque are unchanged, at 476hp and 502lb ft, meaning 4.4 seconds to 62mph and 125mph. The differences are now said to be on ‘performance design details’, which include a unique green Nebula paint, suede interior inserts and part recycled content. Black paint is also available, and the option of a stripe remains.

Curiously, it seems that this Edition 230 doesn’t use the newly updated Polestar 2 as its base. There’s no mention of it in the press release, and its peak torque figure is lower than the 546lb ft promised from the latest twin motor, all-wheel drive model with its new hardware. All Thomas Ingenlath had to add was that cars like this one “allow us to explore colours, graphics and materials in faster and more creative ways.” Presumably somewhat ironically, given the exterior palette is camo green and a black so dark it’s called ‘Space’.

The Edition 230 seems, basically, a chance for those who missed the boat on what must have been an oversubscribed 270. Not that there’ll be much opportunity with this car, either, as just 230 are to be made. 25 of those have been allocated for the UK (it was 40 before), and the price is £73,900. Probably a safer bet than crypto or SVB for your start-up profits, but still a lot of money for what is now familiar tech. Will lightning strike twice for Polestar’s special 2?

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[ajap1979]

Odd that it's not based on the MY24 car, but it does have the updated grille.

Really hope Polestar are not going to be one of those companies that trots out special editions all the time.

[ajap1979]

There is some guff in the brand guidelines (yes, and I even work in branding) about the colour palette – https://www.polestar.com/global/news/journal-1/

Polestar’s monochrome colour palette is a minimalistic foundation on which accent colours are allowed to add life and energy. This digital and athletic influence is the addition that makes something that could be perceived as a dull colour scheme into something outstanding and powerful.

[ajap1979]

GreatScott2016 said:

Terminator X said:

Great looking car tbf.

TX.

With you on that, astetically pleasing save for the rear lights.

One of my favourite bits. They look ace when they animate when you unlock and lock the car.

[ajap1979]

Sounds like the colour is actually Volvo Sage Green which I believe is a C40/XC40 colour, so there’s so exclusivity there. It’s a lot lighter than the images here would lead you to believe.

[ajap1979]

JAMSXR said:

Really don’t see the point on the performance model EVs, they’re not suited to track work and are often compromised on the road.

I completely agree. I have the standard range, single motor PS2 and I really do think it's the sweet spot in the range. The real world range isn't much less than the long range car (£4000 more for 30 miles more range), and the performance is perfectly adequate in normal driving, and let's face it, that's what these cars are for. The responsiveness of the EV drivetrain makes it a fun point and squirt car, and it never feels slow, but crucially the weight means they're just not that fun to throw down a road. The PP car was the one I test drove, and it almost put me off, but instead I got a standard car with Plus pack, and a 987 Boxster.

[ajap1979]

JAMSXR said:

I do like the P2 as an everyday EV, but the driver ergonomics need sorting out.

What was your problem here btw? It's not something I've ever seen mentioned on the owners forums etc.

[ajap1979]

gruppeb86 said:

Firebobby said:

I'm getting extremely bored with new cars that start north of £60k!! Perhaps invest in producing a smaller cheaper alternative. You know the sort of thing, £25k, 200 mile range, 8s to 60, 100mph top end. The sort of thing that the average person on an average wage can afford to buy without committing to 5 years at some extortionate interest rate PCP. Bring Back the good old days. Motoring for the masses, not just for the very, very rich.

Completely agree. Frustratingly there is a market for it which is seemingly here for the foreseeable future. The rich can give more to the poor, but prefer to indulge. Greed gets the better of them.

What are you on about? There has always been a market for £60k+ cars. Are you suggesting that instead of buying a Polestar I should have given money to the poor, on top of the vast amounts I already pay in taxes?

[ajap1979]

911Spanker said:

SDK said:

pheonix478 said:

Very nice. Unfortunately Polestar, MG etc... can all go fvck themselves as far as I'm concerned.

https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/c63984001eb41d6031d...

I imagine most of your possessions come from China, or contain majority of parts made in China - are you giving those up too?

Slightly different to spending £70k + on a single item though. Yes, other manufacturers use parts from there etc but there will be less direct funding buying something else.

I guess it's up to the individual to set their own level of hypocrisy.