BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Volvo |
Polestar |
| Model |
C40 Recharge Core 2025 |
Polestar 7 (Successor to Polestar 2) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric Sedan / Fastback |
| Trims |
Core, Plus and Ultimate |
TBA |
| Release Date |
December 2, 2024 |
Expected 2027 |
| Status |
Available |
Upcoming (Not yet launched) |
| Made In |
China |
China & USA (expected production sites) |
| Body Type |
Compact SUV / Crossover |
Sedan / Fastback |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 yr/50,000 miles |
TBA (likely 4 yrs / 50,000 miles + 8 yrs battery) |
| Colors |
Fjord Blue, Onyx Black, Sage Green |
TBA |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors |
Single-motor RWD / Dual-motor AWD |
| Horsepower |
402 hp |
400 – 500 hp (expected) |
| Torque |
486 lb-ft |
600 Nm (est.) |
| Acceleration |
0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds |
4.5 sec (0–100 km/h for AWD) |
| Top Speed |
112 mph |
200 km/h |
| Range |
270-290 miles |
350 – 400 miles (WLTP target) |
| Drivetrain |
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
RWD / AWD |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) |
Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely NMC) |
| Battery Capacity |
82 kWh (gross), 78 kWh usable |
100 kWh (speculated) |
| Power Consumption |
38-40 kWh/100 miles |
15–17 kWh/100 km (est.) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
Likely 8 yrs / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
0-100% in 8 hrs |
11–22 kW AC |
| Supercharging Speed |
10-80% in 28-30 mins |
Up to 350 kW (DC) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
200 kW |
30 min (10–80%) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
Level 1 (120V, 12A): 3-4 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 48A): 25-30 miles/hour |
35–40 miles (AC) / 200+ miles (DC fast) |
| Charging Time |
Level 1 (120V): 0-100% in 72+ hours - Level 2 (11 kW): 0-100% in 8 hours - DC Fast (200 kW): 10-80% in 28-30 mins |
8–9 hrs (AC full) / ~30 min (10–80% DC) |
| Charging Connector Type |
AC (Home/Public): J1772 - DC Fast Charging: CCS1 (Combined Charging System) |
CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America) |
| Home Charging Options |
Included: Level 1 (120V) cable - Recommended: Level 2 (240V, 48A) wall charger (sold separately) |
Wallbox, portable charger |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW (48A AC) |
11–22 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
174.8 inches (4,440 mm) |
4.8 – 4.9 m |
| Width |
73.7 inches (1,872 mm) |
1.9 m |
| Height |
62.8 inches (1,595 mm) |
1.45 – 1.5 m |
| Wheelbase |
106.4 inches (2,703 mm) |
2.9 m |
| Ground Clearance |
5.9 inches (150 mm) |
150 mm |
| Cargo Space |
20.7 cu ft |
450 L + frunk |
| Curb Weight |
4,500–4,600 lbs |
2,000 kg (est.) |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors |
4 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 (2 front, 3 rear) |
6 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy wheels |
Alloy |
| Wheel Size |
19-inch |
19"–21" (depending on trim) |
| Front Tire |
235/50 R19 |
245/40 R19 (est.) |
| Rear Tire |
235/50 R19 |
265/40 R19 (est.) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic |
Single-speed automatic |
| Turning Radius |
37.4 feet (11.4 meters) |
TBA |
| Gear Box |
Direct-drive |
1-speed fixed gear |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson struts |
MacPherson strut (likely adaptive in higher trims) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Multi-link independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Pilot Assist (semi-autonomous highway driving with lane centering & adaptive cruise) |
Advanced driver assistance (Level 2+) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Google-based navigation |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Dual / Tri-zone automatic |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
No |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Yes |
| Android Auto |
No |
Yes |
| Touchscreen |
9 inches |
14.5" central display (expected) |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes (through infotainment) |
| No. Of Speakers |
8 Speakers |
14–16 (Harman Kardon / B&W expected) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated discs |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid discs |
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 |
7 airbags: Driver + front passenger, side-impact (front/rear), curtain, knee (driver) |
8+ |
| Rear Seat Belt |
3-point belts for all 3 passengers (with pretensioners) |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
12+ sensors (for parking/collision avoidance) |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Rearview camera |
360° view |
| 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 |
No |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
