Polestar 2 Years to AvoidThe weakest years — and the one you should buy instead
After reviewing every Polestar 2 we've analyzed (5 years), these are the 1 weakest. Each one has either an absolute low reliability score, chronic repair issues, or unusually high ownership costs relative to other 2 years.
Proceed with caution
2021 Polestar 2
The 2021 Polestar 2 is an intriguing and stylish EV, but as an early adopter vehicle, it comes with a handful of common software and 12V battery gremlins that demand attention. While fundamentally solid mechanically, expect some frustrating electrical glitches and ensure all software updates and recalls have been addressed before purchase to mitigate potential headaches.
Why this year scores low
The Android Automotive OS is prone to freezing, lagging, and spontaneous reboots, often requiring a manual reset. This impacts navigation, media, and vehicle settings access.
The 12V auxiliary battery, critical for starting and vehicle electronics, is susceptible to premature discharge or failure, leading to a 'brick' situation where the car won't start or operate. Often related to software logic.
Some owners report issues with slow charging, charging failures, or errors when connecting to public chargers. This can be hardware-related or software communication problems.