Polestar
How much do you save with a Polestar 2?
Polestar's first EV, built in China on Volvo's compact platform. Sharp Scandinavian design, premium-without-the-badge. Vs a Volvo S60, owners typically save $1,200–$2,600 a year.
The numbers, at a glance
- EPA efficiency
- 32 kWh/100mi
- MPGe equivalent
- 107
- EPA range
- 270 mi
- Vehicle class
- Compact Car
How the Polestar 2 compares to gas
We pair the Polestar 2 with the Volvo S60 (28 mpg combined) — same body type, similar price tier, the car a buyer would most likely cross-shop.
| Cost basis | Polestar 2 | Volvo S60 |
|---|---|---|
| Per mile · US avg fuel price | $0.053 | $0.123 |
| Per 100 miles | $5.28 | $12.32 |
| Per 12,000 mi/year | $634 | $1,479 |
Above uses national average rates ($3.45/gal gas, 16.5¢/kWh electricity). Your zip changes the number — try the calculator for your exact savings.
Frequently asked
How much does a Polestar 2 cost per mile to drive?▾
About $0.05/mi at US-average residential electricity rates. Less in Texas, more in California — your local rate is what matters. Run the calculator with your zip for the exact number.
What gas car does EVShowcase compare it to?▾
We pair the Polestar 2 with the Volvo S60 (28 mpg combined). Same body type, similar buyer profile.
Where does the data come from?▾
EPA fueleconomy.gov for vehicle efficiency and gas car MPG. EIA for weekly regional gasoline prices and monthly residential electricity rates. Zippopotam.us for ZIP → state. All public data, no third-party trackers.
What's the EPA range?▾
270 miles EPA-rated. Real-world tends to land within 80–95% depending on weather and driving style — winter range hits hardest.
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