Polestar plans new models by 2028

Polestar, a Sino-Swedish electric vehicle brand, has outlined a roadmap that includes three new models by 2028. These include a new generation of the Polestar 2, a compact SUV marked by the number 7, and an SUV variant of the Polestar 4, which was already unveiled this year. The company is still working on these models but has not ruled out other possibilities.

Exploring a compact car option

Polestar is considering entering the compact car market, according to Philipp Römers, the brand’s head of design. While he expressed interest in a compact Polestar model, he emphasized that the current focus remains on the Polestar 2 and 7. He also noted that such a model would not compromise the brand’s premium image.

Compact cars as a strategy

This idea of introducing a compact car is not new. Last year, Römers mentioned that the brand needs more compact cars to improve profitability. While no official plans have been announced, Polestar already has a clear concept of what the compact model would be, even though development has not yet started.

Compact model would carry Polestar’s tech

Römers stated that the compact model would be a true Polestar, representing a part of the brand, similar to the Polestar 5. This suggests that the compact car would include advanced technologies from higher-end models, such as the 800V architecture. This system allows for faster battery charging and is becoming more common in premium electric vehicles.

Potential advantage over competitors

If Polestar’s compact model uses the 800V architecture, it could outperform competitors like the upcoming Audi A2 e-tron, which is expected to use a 400V system. This would give Polestar a significant edge in the compact electric car market, assuming the project is officially launched.