Driving an EV doesn’t mean you have to give up on space or practicality. Whether you’re chasing a swell up the coast, heading out camping for the weekend, or just loading up gear for a day at the beach, you can do it all in a Polestar.
Forget what that politician once said - the weekend isn’t ending because of EV’s. In fact, jumping in a Polestar is the perfect start to one. Each model can be fitted with a tow bar and roof racks, which makes them perfect for your surfboard quiver or camper trailer. And if you’d rather skip the roof racks, no worries - the back seats fold right down, letting you slide quite a few boards inside (the total number you can fit has been tested by yours truly, and let me say this - it’s A LOT).
Boot space is generous, and there’s even extra hidden storage under the boot floor, which makes it great for stashing wetsuits, wax, and the bits and pieces you’re always losing (my waterproof wetsuit bag fits in there snug). Plus, there’s the almighty frunk (the ‘front trunk’ or front boot), where historically the engine used to be - bonus storage for your surf essentials. The Polestar 3 and 4 also come with a completely flat rear floor, meaning more legroom for your crew.
The seats don’t just look good either, they’re designed for the ultimate comfort, like electric adjustments, heated and ventilated options for all the Aussie seasons, and even massage features on some models for those long drives home after a killer strike mission. Without a noisy combustion engine, the ride is whisper-quiet too, so you can soak up your playlist, the peaceful hum of the road, or take a handsfree call or two (hell, you could probably record a podcast with the acoustics?!). And if you really value your quiet time on the road, the Polestar 3 offers active noise cancellation as an optional upgrade.
The panoramic glass roof, available on all models, gives you a drive full of natural light. It even filters out UV rays on Polestar 3 and Polestar 4, so you get that open-sky feeling without the sunburn.
Here’s one of those subtle gems I’ve been loving: the rear boot sensor. When your hands are full - board under one arm, morning cuppa in the other, a quick wave of your foot under the back pops the boot open. And for those heavier loads, don’t break your back! Instead, let Polestar 4 Dual Motor’s active air suspension lower the rear of the car for you, and save your back with heavy gear after a long day out.
With Polestar’s digital key, your phone is your car key. No more fumbling through sandy pockets or bags. Sync it to your wallet app and you’re good to go. Whether it’s a surf trip, a long haul or just running errands with a board and gear in tow, the utility of a Polestar meets you halfway. It’s electric driving, but without the fuss - quiet, capable, and with a conscience.
