Polestar 2 Single Motor FWD 2025 vs Cadillac Optiq (2025)

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thumb image Polestar 2 Single Motor FWD 2025 US$ 51,300
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thumb image Cadillac Optiq (2025) US$ 54,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Polestar Cadillac
Model 2 Single Motor FWD 2025 Optiq
Vehicle Type Electric Electric SUV (Compact Luxury Crossover)
Trims 2 Single Motor FWD 2025, 2 Dual Motor AWD 2025, and 2 Performance Pack AWD 2025 To be announced (expected Luxury, Sport)
Release Date November 2024 Early 2025 (US & global launch)
Status Available Upcoming / Announced
Made In China USA / China (joint production for global markets)
Body Type Sedan Compact SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (limited), 8 years / 100,000 miles (battery & EV components)
Colors Standard: Snow, Magnesium, Thunder, Midnight Metallic/Premium: Space (black), Jupiter (gray), Moon (white) Multiple premium shades (official colors TBD)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Dual electric motors (AWD standard)
Horsepower 299 hp 300 hp (estimate, GM Ultium platform)
Torque 361 lb-ft 350 lb-ft (est.)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 6.0 seconds 5.5 seconds (0–60 mph, est.)
Top Speed 127 mph 125 mph (est.)
Range 276–307 miles (Std/Long) 300 miles (EPA est.)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) Ultium lithium-ion
Battery Capacity 82 kWh 85 kWh (est.)
Power Consumption 28 kWh/100 miles 3.5 miles/kWh (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 8 hours (0-100%) 11.5 kW AC (Level 2)
Supercharging Speed Supported via Ultium fast-charge
DC Fast Charging Speed 10-80% in 30 minutes Up to 150 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 4-5 miles/hour 30 miles (Level 2), ~76 miles in 10 minutes (DC fast charge)
Charging Time Level 1 (120V) 48+ hours: Level 2 (11 kW, 240V) 8 hours: DC Fast (205 kW) 30 min (10-80%) 10 hours (0–100% AC), ~30–40 minutes (10–80% DC fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (U.S./Canada) CCS1 (North America) / NACS adoption planned
Home Charging Options Wall-mounted Level 2 charger
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 191.4 inches (4.86 m) 190 in (est.)
Width 73.2 inches (1.86 m) 75 in (est.)
Height 58.2 inches (1.48 m) 64 in (est.)
Wheelbase 107.7 inches (2.74 m) 116 in (est.)
Ground Clearance 5.9 inches (150 mm) 7.5 in (est.)
Cargo Space 15.5 cu ft 28–60 cu.ft. (with seats down, est.)
Curb Weight 4,400 lbs (1,996 kg) 4,900 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 5 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheels Alloy wheels (multi-spoke luxury design)
Wheel Size 19-inch 19" standard, 20–21" optional
Front Tire 245/45 R19 55 R19 (est.)235/
Rear Tire 245/45 R19 255/50 R19 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive)
Turning Radius 37.4 feet (11.4 m) 38 ft
Gear Box Direct Drive 1-speed fixed
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No GM Super Cruise (hands-free driving assist)
Navigation System Yes Built-in GPS with real-time traffic
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes USB-C & wireless charging
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes (push-button & digital key)
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless
Android Auto No Wireless
Touchscreen 11.15 inches 33-inch LED display (same as Lyriq)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Supported
No. Of Speakers 8 Speakers AKG premium 19-speaker system

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Electromechanical brake-by-wire Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Brake Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Disc 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 8 Airbags 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 360° camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes 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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