Polestar 4: Sleek Electric SUV

Written By: Rahul Bhagat

Polestar has unveiled its new electric SUV, the Polestar 4, at the Shanghai Auto Show.

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The car has a bold design choice of no rear window, which is compensated by a camera.

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It has a 102kWh battery, with a targeted range of over 300 miles and priced at $60,000.

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The car will go on sale in China later this year, and North America in 2024.

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The interior has "generous proportions" and draws inspiration from fashion and sportswear.

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The car will have a 544 horsepower model and a 272HP long-range single-motor version.

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The car has up to 200kW fast charging, allowing around 800 miles of charge per hour.

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