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Auto Focus·Car Reviews & AutomotiveThere's Only 2 Problems with the Polestar 4
TL;DR
The Polestar 4's two dealbreakers are its claustrophobic windowless rear cabin and disappointing real-world range for a $62,000 car.
Key Points
- 1.The specs: Dual-motor AWD, 100 kWh battery, 200 kW charging, 280-mile EPA range, 0–60 in the mid-3s, priced at ~$62,000
- 2.Problem 1 – No rear window: The Polestar 4 has zero rear glass; a camera feeds a screen instead, making the back seat feel claustrophobic with a low roofline and high floor
- 3.Problem 2 – Real-world range: Despite a 280-mile EPA rating, MKBHD was seeing under 200 miles on a full charge in winter, which he calls unacceptable at this price point in 2026
- 4.What's great: Premium all-black interior with massage/ventilated seats, excellent active dampers that absorb New Jersey potholes without air suspension, and a smooth luxury ride feel
- 5.Software standout: Polestar's built-in Google-based software includes a new lane-guidance feature that combines Maps data with front cameras to show exactly which lane you're in — one of the best non-CarPlay systems available
- 6.MKBHD's verdict: Love the design and interior cooking, but recommends the Polestar 2 instead for better range — says adding ~75 more miles of range would be enough to flip his recommendation on the Polestar 4
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