Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 Is a Performance Concept Come to Life | NEWSRUX

Each time an automaker builds a one-off, high-performance prototype, we at all times hear “man, we would like to do a manufacturing model,” however nothing finally involves fruition. That is what we anticipated to occur to the experimental Polestar 2 the Swedish firm confirmed on the Goodwood Competition of Pace in 2021. However courtesy of an announcement from Polestar on Thursday, we’re very, very comfortable to verify that we have been unsuitable.

Meet the Polestar 2 BST Version 270, a weirdly named creation that is really going to be constructed and bought to the general public. A complete of 270 can be provided worldwide, and Polestar says as many as 47 of them are earmarked for the US, relying on buyer demand.

Like final yr’s prototype, the Version 270 builds on the Polestar 2 with the efficiency pack, however ups output to 476 horsepower and 502 pound-feet of torque. Extra vital than that, nevertheless, are the chassis upgrades, which embody racing-spec Öhlins dampers, a brand new entrance strut brace, a 1-inch decrease trip top and 21-inch wheels with Pirelli P Zero tires.

The BST Version 270 seems hella cool, too, because of its added black physique work and elective matte heart stripe. You’ll be able to order the Version 270 in Snow or Thunder exterior colours, and there is a matte Battleship Grey wrap accessible, too.

Need one? Heck yeah, you do. However clearly, the Version 270 will not be low cost. Pricing begins at $76,900 together with $1,400 for vacation spot — a full $18,100 greater than a dual-motor Polestar 2 with the efficiency pack. Including the middle stripe prices $1,000 and the matte wrap is one other $5,000. Manufacturing is predicted to start this summer time.