What’s Happening: Polestar has announced the second limited-edition “drop” of its Polestar 2 electric fastback within the Polestar Engineered portfolio – the BST edition 230. Building on the chassis modifications from the original BST edition 270 last year, the BST edition 230 focuses more on performance design details.
Why It Matters: With only 230 units being produced for the European and North American markets, the BST edition 230 is set to be a rare and exclusive electric vehicle. The limited-edition release allows Polestar to experiment with colors, graphics, and materials, as noted by CEO Thomas Ingenlath.
Key Points:
- The BST edition 230 boasts 476 hp (350 kW) and 502 lb-ft (680 Nm) of torque.
- Unique design upgrades include an exclusive green Nebula exterior paint and a MicroSuede textile interior for the seats and steering wheel inserts.
- Chassis upgrades from the original Polestar 2 BST edition are incorporated, featuring lowered ride height, unique Öhlins 2-way adjustable dampers, a front strut bar, 20% stiffer springs, and black 21-inch alloy wheels.
- Only 230 units will be produced, with 60 allocated for the U.S. and Canada.
- Orders are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with deliveries expected from Q3 2023.
Bottom Line: The Polestar 2 BST edition 230 is a limited-edition electric fastback that combines performance, design, and exclusivity. With only 230 units produced, this model showcases the Swedish electric performance car brand’s dedication to innovation and sustainability in the automotive industry.
