Polestar 4 FIRST LOOK – 2024's sexiest EV? | batchreviews (James Batchelor)

Watch my Polestar 3 FIRST LOOK here...    • Polestar 3 electric SUV – Everything You N...   And see what I think of the gorgeous Polestar 1 here...    • Polestar 1 review - was this £140k hybrid ...   Meet the Polestar 4 – a new SUV coupe from the Swedish electric performance carmaker. The 4 is Polestar's fourth model and, funnily enough, follows on from the 1, 2 and 3. However, it sits between the 2 and 3 in terms of size and pricing. I normally wince when the words 'SUV' and 'coupe' are combined as there's always a compromise – either in styling or practicality... or both. But that's not the case with the Polestar 4, as it looks like a coupe but has plenty of space inside. For now, two versions will be available each using a 100kWh battery. The Long Range Single Motor packs 268bhp and is rear-wheel, while the Long Range Dual Motor uses twin electric motors to deploy 536bhp to all four wheels. With a 0-62mph sprint time of 3.8 seconds, the Dual Motor becomes Polestar's fastest-accelerating model to date. In terms of range, the Long Range Single Motor can cover 376 miles (in preliminary WLTP tests) before needing to charge, while the Dual Motor can manage 360 miles WLTP. Both have 200kW DC and 22kW AC charging capability, as well as bi-directional charging, and a heat pump comes as standard. Vehicle-to-load functionality will be added later. As it's a Polestar there's a a strong emphasis on sustainability. That gorgeous tailored knit textile consists of 100 per cent recycled polyester. The interior also features bio-attributed micro tech vinyl, the seats use animal welfare secure Nappa leather. Even the floor mats are green as they're made in part from recycled fishing nets. And all the materials used are made to fit so there are no offcuts, thereby reducing waste. What do you think to it? Let me know in the comments below. _______ If I look a bit familiar then you might have seen me on Carbuyer and Auto Express YouTube channels in the past. I'm now freelance – you can contact me by visiting https://batchreviews.com/ Twitter/X:   / jrrbatchelor   Instagram:   / batchreviews   Website: batchreviews.com #Polestar #Polestar4 #unboxing 00:00 - Intro 01:31 - Design 02:50 - Dimensions 03:20 - No rear window 04:31 - Practicality and boot space 04:56 - Interior – back seats 06:53 - Sustainability 07:46 - Interior – front 08:29 - Tech 10:44 - Motors, battery, range 12:29 - Prices, on sale date and outro