Lexus ES EV vs Polestar 2 Successor

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thumb image Lexus ES EV US$ 55,000
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thumb image Polestar 2 Successor US$ 52,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Lexus Polestar
Model ES EV (expected ES 350e / ES 500e) Polestar 7 (Successor to Polestar 2)
Vehicle Type Luxury Electric Sedan Electric Sedan / Fastback (expected)
Trims Base, Luxury, F Sport (expected) TBA
Release Date 2026 (expected) Expected 2027
Status Upcoming / Not Yet Released Upcoming (Not officially launched)
Made In Japan Likely China & USA (Polestar production hubs)
Body Type Sedan Sedan / Fastback Crossover style
Vehicle Warranty 4 Years / 50,000 miles (Basic) – 8 Years / 100,000 miles (Battery, expected) TBA (likely 4 yrs / 50,000 miles + 8 yrs battery)
Colors | Ultra White, Caviar Black, Sonic Iridium, Eminent White Pearl, Matador Red, Nightfall Mica TBA

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous (expected Dual-motor AWD (single-motor RWD expected as entry trim)
Horsepower 300 – 400 hp (estimated) 400 – 500 hp (speculative, depending on trim)
Torque 300 – 400 lb-ft (estimated) 600 Nm (estimated)
Acceleration 5.5 – 6.0 sec (0–60 mph, expected) 4.5 sec (0–100 km/h for dual-motor)
Top Speed 130 mph (expected) 200 km/h
Range 350 miles (EPA estimated) 350 – 400 miles (WLTP target)
Drivetrain RWD (base) / AWD (higher trims) RWD / AWD (depending on trim)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely NMC)
Battery Capacity 90–100 kWh (expected 100 kWh (speculated)
Power Consumption 3.5 mi/kWh (estimated) 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 Years / 100,000 miles Likely 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC (Level 2) 11–22 kW AC
Supercharging Speed 150–200 kW DC Fast Charging (expected) Compatible with 250–350 kW DC fast chargers
DC Fast Charging Speed 10–80% in ~30 min (expected) 30 min (10–80%)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30 miles (Level 2) / ~200 miles (DC fast charge) 35–40 miles (AC) / ~200+ miles (DC fast)
Charging Time 10–12 hrs (AC 240V) / ~30 min (fast charge 8–9 hrs (AC full) / ~30 min (10–80% DC)
Charging Connector Type CCS (expected, may transition to NACS in US) CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Wallbox / Mobile Connector (7–11 kW) Wallbox, portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11–22 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 196 in (4,980 mm) 4.8 – 4.9 m (estimated, larger than Polestar 2)
Width 73 in (1,860 mm) 1.9 m
Height 57 in (1,450 mm) 1.45–1.5 m
Wheelbase 113 in (2,870 mm) 2.9 m
Ground Clearance 5.5 in (140 mm) 150 mm
Cargo Space 16 cu.ft (expected, with frunk option) 450 L + front trunk (frunk)
Curb Weight 4,500–4,800 lbs 2,000 kg (est.)
No. of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy (multi-spoke) Alloy
Wheel Size 18" / 19" / 20" (F Sport) 19"–21" (depending on trim)
Front Tire 235/45 R18 (expected) 245/40 R19 (est.)
Rear Tire 235/45 R18 (expected) 265/40 R19 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic (EV) Single-speed automatic (EV standard)
Turning Radius 18 ft TBA
Gear Box Direct Drive (EV) 1-speed fixed gear
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson strut (likely adaptive dampers in higher trims)
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Independent Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (Lexus Teammate Advanced Driver Assist instead) Advanced driver assistance (Level 2+ expected)
Navigation System Standard with Lexus Interface Google-based navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Standard Yes
Climate Control Dual-zone / Tri-zone automatic Dual / Tri-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes (Push-button + Digital Key expected) Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 14-inch Lexus Interface display 14.5" center display (expected)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes (integrated media) Yes (through infotainment)
No. Of Speakers 10 (standard) / 17 (Mark Levinson Premium Audio) 14–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins expected)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 (expected) 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes (360° view monitor) 360° view
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Likely no (sedan)
Stability Control Yes (VSC + Traction Control) Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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