Polestar 5 is not just another Geely Group model, this is built on Polestar’s own tech.
Polestar, the Swedish premium electric car brand, has officially unveiled the Polestar 5, a striking four-door performance Grand Tourer that translates the bold design and sustainability vision of the Polestar Precept concept into a production reality. Positioned as the brand’s flaagship, the Polestar 5 blends Scandinavian minimalism with cutting-edge technology, powerful performance, and a focus on sustainable materials. While the shared parentage of Geely might indicate that this electric GT has some shared genes with the Lotus Emeya, this doesn’t seem to be the case. There is no technical relation between the two models, with the Lotus being built on the Electric Premium Architecture, which blends steel and aluminium while the Polestar 5 is based on the Polestar Performance Architecture, which is bespoke and uses bonded aluminium parts.
Design Inspired by Aviation and Minimalism
At nearly five metres long, the Polestar 5 adopts a sleek, aerodynamic profile inspired by aviation. Its taut surfacing, low nose with SmartZone sensors, and signature dual-blade Pixel LED headlights establish a strong identity. A Kamm-tail rear design with aero-efficient lightbar and diffuser ensures both visual impact and aerodynamic efficiency, with a drag coefficient of just 0.24.
The panoramic glass roof, spanning over two metres, enhances cabin space and light, while the digital rear-view system ensures uncompromised headroom for rear passengers. Buyers can choose from six exterior colours, including matte finishes like Storm and Magnesium, reinforcing the car’s premium positioning.
Sustainable Scandinavian Luxury Inside
Inside, the Polestar 5 offers a 4+1 seating layout, prioritising comfort for four adults while maintaining flexibility for five. Front seats, developed with Recaro, combine low-slung sportiness with Swedish comfort, while the rear seats offer reclining, massage, and climate control functions.
Sustainability plays a major role in the cabin. Polestar uses natural fibre composites, recycled PET, Econyl (from discarded fishing nets), and responsibly sourced leather. Lightweight bio-based materials replace conventional plastics, reducing weight and fossil-fuel dependence while improving recyclability.
A driver-focused cockpit includes a 9-inch instrument display, a 9.5-inch head-up display, and a 14.5-inch central touchscreen running Android Automotive OS with Google built-in. Audio is handled by either a 10-speaker Polestar system or a 21-speaker Bowers & Wilkins setup.
Performance Architecture and Driving Dynamics
Underpinning the Polestar 5 is a bespoke bonded aluminium platform, offering higher torsional rigidity than many supercars while remaining lightweight. Brembo brakes, advanced suspension systems, and bespoke Michelin tyres ensure sharp handling without compromising comfort.
Two powertrain options are available:
- Polestar 5 Dual Motor: 550 kW, 812 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, WLTP range up to 670 km.
- Polestar 5 Performance: 650 kW, 1,015 Nm, 0–100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds, WLTP range up to 565 km.
Both utilise 800V electrical architecture, enabling ultra-fast DC charging up to 350 kW, with a 10–80% recharge in just 22 minutes.
A Flagship for the Electric Grand Tourer Segment
As a culmination of Polestar’s design and engineering ethos, the Polestar 5 represents the brand’s move into the upper tier of the electric performance market. With Scandinavian minimalism, sustainable innovation, and blistering performance, the Polestar 5 isn’t just another EV — it’s a statement that the future of luxury Grand Tourers is electric.
