SHOULD YOU BUY A POLESTAR 2? LONG TERM REVIEW AND HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS

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After a seven-month long-term test, the Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor with optional packs is presented as a stylish and well-packaged electric sedan with strong performance. The reviewer praises its "high design" aesthetic, classic Swedish interior restraint, and excellent practicality, particularly the liftback design which offers superior cargo access compared to rivals like the Tesla Model 3. The Android Automotive infotainment system, once embraced, is found to be highly functional. The dual-motor powertrain is highlighted as a "bargain upgrade" delivering "seriously fast" acceleration. However, significant drawbacks temper the recommendation. The car's energy efficiency is a major concern, with real-world range falling considerably short of WLTP estimates (350 km vs. 455 km). The optional Performance Pack, while adding Brembo brakes and adjustable dampers, is deemed unnecessary due to strong regenerative braking and negatively impacts ride quality. The "Weavetech" seat material is criticized for being unsuitable for Australian climates, holding excessive heat. Most critically, the ride quality is described as "poor" and "uncompromisingly stiff," especially on rougher surfaces, a flaw that persists even in non-Performance Pack variants. While acknowledging the car's potential and other strengths, the reviewer concludes that the ride quality issue is a "tragedy" that diminishes an otherwise great car, suggesting a suspension retune is a priority for future iterations.