Polestar
How much does it cost to charge a 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?
Complete charging cost, range, and 5-year ownership numbers for the 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor, calculated at US average rates.
Battery
82 kWh
EPA range
320 mi
Efficiency
3.9 mi/kWh
DC fast
205 kW
AC home
11 kW
Base MSRP
$51,300
Cost to charge from 0–100% at home
$14.58
at US avg $0.16/kWh • 90% efficiency
Cost to charge at DC fast
$39.18
at $0.43/kWh public network avg
Cost per mile
$0.041
electricity only, at home rate
Charging time by charger level
| Charger | Power | 0–100% time | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 (120V outlet) | 1.4 kW | 65.1 hr | Standard wall socket |
| Level 2 home | 7.2 kW | 12.7 hr | Most home installs |
| Level 2 fast | 11.5 kW | 7.9 hr | 240V/50A circuit |
| DC Fast (10–80%) | 205 kW | 29 min | Road trips, public |
Cost to charge in your state
Same 82 kWh full charge, different state electricity rates:
| State | Rate | Full charge cost | Annual cost (12,000 mi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $0.325/kWh | $29.61 | $1,000.00 |
| New York | $0.299/kWh | $27.24 | $920.00 |
| Texas | $0.149/kWh | $13.58 | $458.46 |
| Florida | $0.158/kWh | $14.40 | $486.15 |
| Washington | $0.110/kWh | $10.02 | $338.46 |
Annual cost vs an average gas car
Driving 12,000 miles per year in a 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor costs about $492.31/year in electricity — versus $1,656.00/year for an average 25 MPG gas car at $3.45/gallon. That's $1,163.69/year in fuel savings, or $5,818.46 over 5 years.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?
At US average residential electricity rate of $0.16/kWh and 90% charging efficiency, a full charge of the 82 kWh battery costs about $14.58. On a public DC fast charger at $0.43/kWh, the same charge costs around $39.18.
How long does it take to charge a 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?
Charging the 82 kWh battery from 0 to 100% takes about 65.1 hours on a Level 1 outlet (1.4 kW), 12.7 hours on a Level 2 home charger (7.2 kW), and 7.9 hours on a fast Level 2 (11.5 kW). DC fast charging from 10% to 80% takes about 0h 26mm using its peak 205 kW capability.
What's the real-world range of a 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor?
EPA-rated range is 320 miles at moderate temperatures and steady speeds. Expect about 70–90% of that in typical driving — roughly 272 miles. Winter highway driving below freezing drops range to around 192 miles. The Range Calculator can model your specific conditions.
How much does a 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor save vs a gas car each year?
At 12,000 miles/year, the 2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor uses about 3,077 kWh of electricity costing $492.31/year — versus $1,656.00/year for an average 25 MPG gas car at $3.45/gallon. That's $1,163.69/year in fuel savings, or $5,818.46 over 5 years.