MY23 Polestar 2 Plus + now has 5000km. Not any squeaks or rattles to date and quiet on the highway.
Love the car

 

I have had some rattles but most have been taken care of. The windows keep giving me a little noise but it's very dry here in CO (normally, that is )
The car is super solid, and a real driver's car. I love mine.
And personally, I would not spend 7-10k for a warranty. There is comparably little that can go wrong in an EV.
Now without the tax break and the low prices for used I'd jump on it without hesitation.

 

I had a 2022 P2 with Pilot only. Very solid car - zero squeaks, rattles, vibrations or anything of the sort. Great handling (for its weight) but it is a bit small inside. Depending on what you're coming from, and the length of your legs, the driver's footwell and leg area is quite cramped - fine for short trips but leaves you little to no room to reposition for longer drives. It's quite a bit smaller than a 3 series BMW or C class, so as long as you're not too tall and can find a comfortable driving position it's a great little car.

 

Depending on what you're coming from, and the length of your legs, the driver's footwell and leg area is quite cramped - fine for short trips but leaves you little to no room to reposition for longer drives.

I'm currently in a 2016 Lincoln hybrid that I bought in 2017. In photos, it looks like they're similar, but I'll find out.
I debated getting another hybrid, but we have solar at home that produces an extra 40KWh a day, over and above what the house uses, and I had a 40A EV charger installed when I got the ID.4. Basically my "refueling" would be free, and I can rent a car if I decide to take a long car trip. The range on the P2 would let me get back and forth to work for a week, keeping it in the 40% to 80% charge range.

 

I have a 2023 P2 with the Performance, Pilot, Plus package and it's an awesome car. This is our 2nd EV as my wife has a 2023 C40 Recharge Volvo, but this is my daily driver. If I were in your shoes, go and buy from the dealer and get their warranty/CPO etc.
No regrets with my decision to get the car fully loaded as I am a spirited driver and it just handles like a go-cart. No squeaks or rattles as its a well built solid car.. If you can charge from home, it's a win too.

 

RE: "I've seen a few threads about squeaks/rattles: This is the only thing that makes me hesitate. Those drive me nuts. Is this common to all or most Polestars? Because that would knock it out of the running. That might seem minor or stupid, but it's a big deal to me."

Polestar has had some software issues, that impacted the TCAM module where it would go out and you had to reset....but confident in saying that this issue was resolved some time ago.

As far as "squeaks and rattles". No car is squeak/rattle free. No car. But based on my own experience, and from 2 other P2 owners I know...the P2 is rock solid. No squeaks, no rattles. That's not to say that some people may not have had a squeak, but I am 100% sure in saying that this is NOT an issue with Polestar.

 

I agree with 99% of what you said, except that tcam is still an issue. Absolutely waaaaaaaaaaay less than it used to be, but still a less than perfect record.

For the record I'm 15 months in and literally not a squeak or rattle to be heard. Feels right and handles amazing. No tcam issues to report. Only issues I've had was problems charging at some dcfc which were resolved after 2.1 and beyond and a loose usb-c port.

Love my Polestar more than any material possession I've purchased.

Thanks for the feedback (everyone). I'm up in Ventura County, but Beverly Hills (that's where the dealership is, right?) is just down the 101, so no big deal.

I think I may go down this weekend and do a test drive. I've set my mind on it without ever seeing one in person. I think I probably ought to see one and drive it before I commit 100%.

My Polestar is the only car I have not trst driven before purchase but it turned out to be my favorite car ever.

 

I can think of a couple things to keep an eye out for. I have a MY22 with Pilot, Plus, Performance, and leather (it was a loaded courtesy car that I was able to buy used from the LA PS space). After having it for a month or so, it developed a squeak from the rear strut area when going over bumps. I guess it's a common/known issue with the Performance pack cars, but I brought it in for service and they lubed it up, and it's been silent for over six months now.

Other members can chime in if I'm wrong, but iirc the 2021 model year didn't come with a heat pump. It's probably less of a concern here in SoCal, but it does make the car more efficient in cooler weather. Also, the Performance pack on the MY23 cars includes the performance software upgrade whereas you have to buy it separately for the MY21 and MY22 PP cars.

I am also inclined to lean towards buying from Polestar for the extra warranty. While I agree that there is little that can go wrong with an EV, if you run into any battery/motor issues those could be $$$$ to fix.

Where in SoCal are you located? I'm out in the SFV of LA.

 

Where in SoCal are you located? I'm out in the SFV of LA.

Thanks for the feedback (everyone). I'm up in Ventura County, but Beverly Hills (that's where the dealership is, right?) is just down the 101, so no big deal.

I think I may go down this weekend and do a test drive. I've set my mind on it without ever seeing one in person. I think I probably ought to see one and drive it before I commit 100%.

 

Yes! Go drive one! Or better, rent one from hertz for a couple of days, that is what made us fall in love with it!
drive one with plus pack, thats the most important, and drive it with opd in standard! Opd is what p2 is all about! Nobody does it better and its really makes the driving, both fast and slow much better!
Good luck!

 

Yes! Go drive one! Or better, rent one from hertz for a couple of days, that is what made us fall in love with it!
drive one with plus pack, thats the most important, and drive it with opd in standard! Opd is what p2 is all about! Nobody does it better and its really makes the driving, both fast and slow much better!
Good luck!

I've found the one-pedal driving standard implementation in the P2 isn't as efficient as having it in low where you can coast. YMMV

 

Renting one for a week is a great idea. Overall it is a great vehicle that I woukd highly recommend. For some tall or large drivers the tight cockpit may not be the most comfortable. Pay attention to the console and pedal position/ room for your feet.

 

Renting one for a week is a great idea.

I checked my local Hertz spot and started a reservation. They have the Polestar to rent. At $3,000 per week. 😳

I'll hold off on that rental.

 

Another SoCal P2 member here. I’ve had mine for a bit over 2 years and love it. I have had a few noises but nothing persistent. I would definitely consider visiting Galpin Polestar - I think many of us here got ours there. Very nice dealership and may have some used.

An extra $7k-$10k doesn’t “pencil” for me when I run the math on the probabilities of a significant or catastrophic failure, but that is my $0.02. Some people find the peace of mind worth it.

 

Would there be a non-scammy used car warranty provider who could do you 2 years of cover for less than $7k? Not sure with the US other than the robocalls about 'we've been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty'. My husband is American and was getting those calls until he ditched his US number, despite not owning a car since 2014!

Remember as well there's an 8 year powertrain warranty, which covers the most expensive bits of the car.

Regarding space - with any car, you need to test drive it before buying. What fits me might not be right for you. For what it's worth, I'm 6'2, 230lb rugby player/gym nut type build. I fit just fine, and find the car very comfortable. Plus, I'm in the UK so RHD cars will be a bit different to LHD. For example, the previous generation VW Polo I struggle with the RHD ones, but have been fine renting LHD ones in Spain. The pedal box is different and I can't fit my left foot between the clutch and the centre console in the RHD cars!

My car is still very new, and I've not noticed any squeeks or rattles.

 

Edit. Sorry ignore me. I missed a bit when you said used 😂

 

You definitely need to test drive and also check out the leather. If you go around corners with a little speed you'll find the leather is really slippery and the seats have very little bolstering. I personally avoided the leather on purpose because of that.


Keep in mind here in CA there's $2k from CA, possible $7500 from feds if you lease (built into the cost by polestar). Double check all the available rebates to make sure you are actually saving money with a used car

 

Counterpoint. The leather is lovely, makes the cabin feel 30% larger, look 25% more expensive, and the ventilated seats are 👌. Luckily, the driver get’s a ~14” circular “holy shit” handle installed directly in front of the seat regardless of your seating material.

 

+1 on the leather. Really makes the vehicle feel much more premium.

 

Completely agree. Recently rented a base P2 from Hertz on a business trip. It was fine. No issues...dark interior and no sunroof. Coming from my P2, that is leather equipped (with light interior), with panoramic sunroof, the difference in terms of "airiness" is very noticeable.

 

My humble advice: Before digging in to the driving experience, spend some time sitting in the cabin at a space/showroom. Adjust the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors as if the car were yours and you were going for a long drive, and contemplate your fit in the car. I think this is good advice for any car, but particularly for a few things that have annoyed folks on this forum.

• Are you comfortable? Beyond driving position, consider the seat, steeling wheel, and other cabin materials.
• Is the visibility okay for you, especially to the rear?
• Does your right knee or leg rest against the center plastic? Will that bother you on a long drive?
• Can you live with the cupholder arrangement?
• Is everything you'll need to touch comfortably within your sight and reach?
• The driver display is somewhat small. Did you have to make poor compromises in seat or wheel positions to keep it visible through the wheel?

 

As I said, decimal point is wrong. Go to the LAX Hertz site and see for yourself. Similar to a standard range Tesla...as you would expect.

Price before tax and fees will be around $300/week (or less).

 

I'll let you assume it's wrong, with your credit card. I'm not going to enter mine.

 

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I think a Aston Martin DB11, from Hertz in London for a week will run about $4k. maybe a bit more 😅😅.

 

Whatever, man. Good luck. But a P2 rental isn't $3K. No way.

 

A p2 for a week in Sacramento was $430 from hertz when I just looked But I'd never assume that the actual price is lower than the price posted... If it says $3k at that other location hertz is going to charge $3k

Maybe a busy weekend or inventory shortage is making them show $3k... Like they don't have a car but for $3k they'll find one

 

A p2 for a week in Sacramento was $430 from hertz when I just looked But I'd never assume that the actual price is lower than the price posted... If it says $3k at that other location hertz is going to charge $3k

Maybe a busy weekend or inventory shortage is making them show $3k... Like they don't have a car but for $3k they'll find one

Like I posted above , P2 rented from Hertz @LAX for a week, starting on July 3rd, was about $320, excluding tax and fees.

 

Maybe the Hertz station manager uses that P2 as their personal whip, and doesn’t actually want anyone renting it. 😂

 

Have the long range single motor 23 edition here in the UK and love it - fully laughed at the “my favourite material possession” because that definitely rings true with me too.
In the UK Polestar let you book a test drive for free, and the car was brought to our house, handed the keys for a couple of hours and told to go have fun. After driving a few other cars we then did a second test drive with the kids to seal the deal - do they not offer something like that in the US?
Don’t remember seeing leather on the options for the UK either, but the charcoal weave tech we have has been great and is an absolute breeze to keep clean. If you can get the panoramic roof then do, just makes it feel great inside.
I’m 6’2” and find it super comfy; have even been ok in the back for an hour on occasion.

 

Polestar is now offering $7,500 Clean Vehicle Rebate off the purchase of a 2023 Polestar 2 (not the BST, though).

 

Honestly I'd recommend getting the pilot package minimum. The self driving and safety features are worth it.

The plus package is nice because it adds some luxury but I didn't feel it necessary - the standard cloth seats and dashboard material are really great. It already has heated front seats as standard. I don't like the glass moon roof in the plus package because it has no shade and will permanently allow sun to come thru, although tinted. The biggest plus the plus package offers is the heat pump but even that isn't truly necessary if you have a good charging environment/availability.

You can absolutely skip the upgraded speakers - the standard speakers are phenomenal. Don't think twice about this.

I got the performance package really only because the lease was a better deal but it isn't necessary - the dual motor version without performance is already ~400+ HP and will go like stink but I enjoy the gold seat belts and upgraded calipers that come on performance. It does put a smile on my face.

 

I got a fully loaded loaner recently and it validated my decision to only get the Pilot pack.

The 360 alone makes Pilot worth it, though I can’t tell if it’s still a Pilot-only feature in the US, and Pilot is standard anyway now on the dual motor.

While Performance wasn’t appealing to me to begin with, Plus is the one I wasn’t sure if I’d miss, as the idea of a glass roof seems cool. But after driving the loaner I’m glad I didn’t get it. The sun beats down on you, and it felt warm even though it wasn’t very hot outside (high 70s).

 

This would be a second EV - first is a VW ID.4 I bought for the other half. This one would be for me. I've always bought used (let someone else take the initial depreciation hit). The ID.4 I got 6 months old, for $10K less than new MSRP, with 2500 miles on it. I'm looking at pre-owned Polestar 2 vehicles available near me. I'm in SoCal, and there's a dealer here.

Polestar dealer vs random dealer: There's about a $7K - $10K difference in listed pricing, but buying certified through the Polestar dealer offers 24 months added to the warranty. It seems like that might be worth it to me.

Packages: I know I want Pilot, Plus, and Leather. I've gone back and forth on Performance - not whether I want it, but whether that would be something to rule out a car. I'm concerned about the insurance hit a Performance package might get me.

2021 vs 2022 vs 2023: I don't see a huge difference in appearance or features. Is there anything else that might sway me, one way or the other? Electronics? Battery improvements?

I've seen a few threads about squeaks/rattles: This is the only thing that makes me hesitate. Those drive me nuts. Is this common to all or most Polestars? Because that would knock it out of the running. That might seem minor or stupid, but it's a big deal to me.

I own a 2022 P2 with Pilot, Plus and leather. Very similar purchasing strategy - I was able to find this car with only 1,000 miles on it.
Regarding the Performance pack : the gold seat belts are an acquired taste. Nothing wrong with them though.
I have purchased the performance OTA and I recommend that as an after purchase.

Obviously, get the newest car with the lowest miles you can find ( with your options ) so hopefully that will be a 2023. There isn’t any difference between the 22,22, and 23 models . The 2024 ‘is’ different.

I have a friend at work who has a ID.4 and he loves my car….

 

I got Pilot and no Plus. I was on the fence about the Plus package. I enjoy music a lot, and loudly at times. The stereo that comes with the basic car is already superb. I also read that the seats in the "Plus" package make you sweat. Basically feels like the main selling point of the "Plus" seats is that they are easier to clean. I'm probably less willing to eat in the car because of it. So if that's a big thing for you, might be worth it to upgrade. Otherwise, you probably won't miss it.

 

Basically feels like the main selling point of the "Plus" seats is that they are easier to clean.

I'm going for the leather. They charge too much for it, but every car I've had for umpty years has had leather upholstery. It's what I know, and am comfortable with.