Can the Polestar 2 make it to Wellington on one charge?
$94,000, That’s how much the 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range will set you back. The Polestar 2 Boasts 655km of range, But, in the real world of New Zealand roads, you’re realistically looking at around 556km. And guess what? Wellington’s 635km away. Naturally, I decided to drive there without stopping to charge—because why not add some drama to a car review, right?
Now, EV road trips used to be all about range anxiety, with Polestar 2’s supposed 635km range it’s not the car you need to worry about. Nope, the real challenge is the “meat bag” behind the wheel. I was nervously calculating my bladder range as I hit Taupō with 72% battery. At that range I would need to stop before the car would.After many hours I made it to Bulls, I pulled in with 19% battery left, having somehow made it 481km without breaking a sweat.
After One 20-minute charge stop later, I was on my way to Wellington, with a total drive time of 8 hours and 43 minutes and 627km., . Not bad for an electric car, eh? Sure, it’s pricey and a bit too fragile for my liking, but after all that, I’m honestly tempted to sell a kidney for one. Well, maybe a lawnmower too…
