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Polestar has unveiled a new Arctic Circle collection, expanding on the Polestar 2 Arctic Circle concept first introduced in 2022. This latest lineup now includes the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 Arctic Circle models, embodying the brand’s Swedish performance heritage. Designed to handle extreme winter conditions, these rally-inspired, one-off vehicles will make their debut at the 2025 FAT Ice Race in Zell am See, Austria, on February 1.
Key Highlights:
- Polestar expands Arctic Circle lineup to include Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 alongside the Polestar 2 Arctic Circle.
- Vehicles optimized for icy terrain, featuring raised ride height, Öhlins dampers, Pirelli studded tires, and rally-inspired modifications.
- Public debut scheduled for February 1, 2025, at the FAT Ice Race in Austria.
- Developed under extreme conditions in Sweden by Joakim Rydholm, Head of Driving Dynamics, leveraging Polestar’s motorsport expertise.
- Equipped with performance-enhancing accessories, including OZ Racing wheels, Recaro bucket seats, and Stedi Quad Pro LED front spotlights.
Engineering and Performance Enhancements
Polestar’s rally DNA is evident in the Arctic Circle collection, with each model showcasing unique tuning and design elements. Built at Polestar’s Swedish R&D facilities, the vehicles feature:
- Custom Öhlins 3-way adjustable dampers with external gas reservoirs for enhanced ride control.
- Increased ride height: +30 mm (Polestar 2), +40 mm (Polestar 3), and +20 mm (Polestar 4).
- Specialized Pirelli Scorpion All-Terrain Plus tires with 4-mm studs for superior grip on ice.
- Recaro bucket seats for enhanced driver stability in high-performance conditions.
- Rally-inspired additions like Swedish gold tow hooks, mud flaps, and Thule roof accessories.
Statements from Polestar Leadership
Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar, emphasized the brand’s deep connection to performance and Scandinavian design:
“The Arctic Circle collection illustrates our unique performance DNA, rooted in motorsport and combined with Scandinavian design. We develop our cars under challenging conditions within the Arctic Circle in Sweden, and at the FAT Ice Race, we will showcase that on ice, there is nothing better than a Polestar.”
Joakim Rydholm, who spearheaded the Arctic Circle project, highlighted the challenges and innovations involved:
“We created something truly special when we worked on the Polestar 2 Arctic Circle, and to now apply that formula to our two new SUVs has been a fun and challenging task. We have worked closely with our leading technology partners to bring bespoke engineering solutions to these cars that emphasize our performance DNA – and make them incredibly fun to drive.”
Technical Specifications by Model
Polestar 2 Arctic Circle
- MY21 Long Range Dual Motor with Performance Pack (350 kW / 680 Nm)
- 19” OZ Racing Rally wheels with Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus tires
- +30 mm ride height, front and rear strut braces
- Drift-inspired hydraulic handbrake, paddle-operated launch control
Polestar 3 Arctic Circle
- MY24 Long Range Dual Motor with Performance Pack (380 kW / 910 Nm)
- 20” OZ Racing Rally Legend wheels (world premiere) with Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus tires
- +40 mm ride height, front strut brace
- Stedi ST4K roof light bar, Thule WingBar Edge roof rails
Polestar 4 Arctic Circle
- MY24 Long Range Dual Motor with Performance Pack (400 kW / 686 Nm)
- 20” OZ Racing Rally Legend wheels with Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus tires
- +20 mm ride height, front strut brace
- Specialized ski mounts, blackcrows all-terrain skis
About Polestar
Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) is a Swedish electric performance car brand with a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and high-performance engineering. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, Polestar is expanding its global footprint, with vehicles available in 27 markets across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
With a focus on climate-conscious manufacturing, Polestar aims to halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 per vehicle sold and achieve climate neutrality across its value chain by 2040. The brand’s future lineup includes the Polestar 5 (2025), Polestar 6, and Polestar 7 compact SUV.
The Polestar Arctic Circle collection reinforces the company’s performance heritage, showcasing how extreme weather testing contributes to its vehicle development. Expect these unique models to make a bold statement at the 2025 FAT Ice Race, demonstrating Polestar’s rally-inspired electric performance in one of the world’s most challenging driving environments.
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