Polestar has expanded its electric car range with the new Polestar 4 SUV, a more practical version of the Polestar 4 that brings additional luggage capacity, greater rear headroom and up to 391 miles of electric range.
And perhaps most noticeably, it has a rear window.
The existing Polestar 4 Coupé famously replaced the traditional rear window with a camera and digital rear-view mirror. For the new SUV, Polestar has taken a more conventional approach, fitting a rear window and standard mirror while keeping the digital system available as an option.
But there is considerably more to the new Polestar 4 SUV than simply changing the view out of the back.
A more practical take on the Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 SUV has been designed to offer more of the everyday usability buyers expect from an SUV while retaining the distinctive design and performance focus of the existing Polestar 4.
Its rear bodywork has been redesigned with a straighter roofline and a more upright tailgate, helping create extra interior and luggage space.
Rear-seat passengers benefit from an additional 2.5cm of headroom, while full-length roof rails can carry a dynamic load of up to 100kg.
There's also a larger panoramic glass roof stretching towards the tailgate. An optional electrochromic version can alter how much light enters the cabin, with occupants able to choose between transparent, tinted or selectively shaded sections using the central touchscreen.
How big is the Polestar 4 SUV's boot?
One of the biggest reasons for choosing the SUV over the Coupé is likely to be luggage space.
The rear boot provides 530 litres of capacity up to the seatbacks, increasing to 655 litres when measured to the roof.
Fold the 60/40 split rear seats and the available luggage capacity grows to an impressive 1,665 litres.
Factor in the front luggage compartment and Polestar quotes as much as 1,680 litres of storage across the vehicle.
That should make the new model considerably more appealing to families and drivers who like the Polestar 4 but need the flexibility to accommodate luggage, sports equipment, dogs or everything that tends to come with everyday family life.
Up to 391 miles of electric range
Two versions of the Polestar 4 SUV will initially be offered, both using a 100kWh nominal-capacity battery.
The Rear motor model develops 272hp and 343Nm of torque, reaching 62mph from a standstill in 7.3 seconds.
More importantly for drivers covering longer distances, it offers a claimed WLTP range of up to 391 miles.
Drivers looking for considerably more performance can choose the Dual motor version.
Power rises to 544hp and 686Nm of torque, cutting the 0-62mph time to just 3.9 seconds. Despite the additional performance and all-wheel drive, Polestar still quotes a WLTP range of up to 373 miles.
Both versions support DC rapid charging at speeds of up to 200kW, while AC charging of up to 22kW is available in selected markets.
A Performance Pack is available too
The Polestar 4 has always been pitched as more than simply an electric car for getting from A to B, and the SUV continues that focus on driving dynamics.
Drivers wanting the sportiest version can add the Performance Pack, which brings recalibrated ZF active dampers, high-performance Brembo brakes with distinctive Swedish-gold callipers and new 22-inch Performance wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero tyres.
Polestar says the standard chassis has also been tuned to combine comfort and refinement with the responsive handling and steering precision associated with the brand.
Vehicle-to-Load comes to Polestar 4
Another useful addition is Vehicle-to-Load, better known as V2L.
V2L allows the car's high-voltage battery to supply electricity to external devices, effectively turning the Polestar into a very large portable power bank.
Using an adapter available separately, the system can provide up to 3.3kW, opening up the possibility of running camping equipment, electrical appliances, laptops or power tools directly from the car.
Owners will also be able to choose a minimum battery level so the vehicle stops supplying external power once it reaches a predetermined state of charge.
Polestar has confirmed that V2L functionality is coming to all Polestar 4 models, rather than remaining exclusive to the SUV.
Polestar has even added a Camping mode
The new SUV also introduces a dedicated Camping mode.
When the vehicle is parked, the system can maintain a climate-controlled interior while providing access to entertainment, ambient lighting and vehicle functions through both the front and rear displays.
Combine that with V2L, USB-C connections and the vehicle's 12V outlet and the Polestar 4 SUV could become a surprisingly useful companion for camping trips, festivals or simply spending longer periods away from home.
Google Gemini joins the infotainment system
Polestar is also continuing to develop the technology inside the 4.
Google Gemini is being integrated into the car's Google-based infotainment system, allowing drivers to interact with the vehicle using more conversational language rather than relying on rigid voice commands.
Gemini can understand context and follow-up questions, while Gemini Live can be used hands-free for functions including trip planning, brainstorming and real-time translation.
The main touchscreen has also been updated, increasing the number of available widget shortcuts from six to nine.
A familiar minimalist interior
Despite the additional practicality, the interior remains recognisably Polestar.
The cabin retains the landscape central display, separate driver's screen and minimalist Scandinavian design found in the existing Polestar 4.
Ambient lighting inspired by the solar system remains part of the experience, while a 12-speaker, 1,400-watt Harman Kardon Premium Sound system will be available as an option.
Polestar is also continuing to use recycled and lower-impact materials throughout the cabin, including upholstery produced using recycled PET.
How much does the Polestar 4 SUV cost?
UK prices for the Polestar 4 SUV start from £54,750 for the Rear motor model.
The Dual motor starts from £60,750, while the Performance Pack version is priced from £68,250.
Production is already underway in Busan, South Korea, with the first customer deliveries planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.
Could this be the Polestar 4 for more people?
The arrival of the SUV gives buyers an interesting choice.
The Polestar 4 Coupé remains the more dramatic and unconventional of the pair, particularly with its distinctive silhouette and camera-based rear-view system.
The SUV, however, takes many of the same ingredients and packages them in a form that could be easier to live with every day.
A bigger boot, improved rear headroom, roof rails and a conventional rear window might not sound as exciting as a sub-four-second 0-62mph time, but they're exactly the sort of changes that could make the difference for someone choosing their next family car.
Add in almost 400 miles of potential range, rapid charging, V2L and some clever new technology, and the Polestar 4 SUV looks set to become an important addition to an increasingly competitive premium electric SUV market.
Interested in the new Polestar 4 SUV? Keep an eye on Rivervale for the latest Polestar leasing options and availability as UK customer deliveries begin.
