BMW i4
$54/month avg
Range: 318 miles
Efficiency: 3.3 mi/kWh
Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 297 kWh
Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,561 kWh
Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.78
EPA range per full charge: 314 miles
How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Polestar Polestar 2
Long Range Dual Motor configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.
Battery
82 kWh
Range
314 mi
Efficiency
3.4 mi/kWh
MSRP
$51,100
Polestar 2 is a high-intent U.S. search for drivers who want a premium-leaning liftback EV with clear, predictable charging economics. In real ownership, charging mix matters more than brochure performance numbers. At the current home benchmark ($0.18/kWh), 1,000 miles is about $53.41. At a full public-charging pattern ($0.45/kWh), the same monthly distance is about $133.53.
Ideal For
- Drivers cross-shopping Polestar 2 against Tesla Model 3 and BMW i4 on real monthly charging cost.
- Commuters who want premium cabin and performance feel while keeping predictable energy spending.
- Households comparing home-first charging versus public-heavy charging for apartment or mixed access.
- Buyers moving from compact luxury gas sedans and validating annual EV savings under U.S. rates.
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Cost to Charge Polestar Polestar 2 at Home
Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.
Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
29.7 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$5.34
Cost per full charge
$14.76
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$53.41
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$640.95
Home Charging Breakdown
Cost to Charge Polestar Polestar 2 at Public Charging Stations
100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.
Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
29.7 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$13.35
Cost per full charge
$36.90
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$133.53
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,602.37
Public Charging Breakdown
Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $4.45
Extra monthly cost vs home: $80.12 higher
Extra annual cost vs home: $961.42 higher
Compared to gas baseline: spend $170.05/year more
Seasonal Charging Cost: Polestar Polestar 2
Mainstream pack profile (60-100 kWh). This band reflects most U.S. EVs. Seasonal cost variance is usually moderate, with trip pattern and charging timing as the largest levers.
Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.
Winter factor range
+12% to +30%
Factor band: 1.12x-1.30x baseline.
Summer factor range
+5% to +12%
Factor band: 1.05x-1.12x baseline.
Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $59.82-$69.44
Summer: $56.08-$59.82
Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)
Winter: $149.55-$173.59
Summer: $140.21-$149.55
Precondition when plugged in and calibrate with one full winter and summer billing cycle.
Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.
Charging Costs by State
Top 5 cheapest states for Polestar Polestar 2: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $0.11/kWh | $32.64 | $391.69 | #1 |
| Arkansas | $0.12/kWh | $35.61 | $427.30 | #2 |
| Idaho | $0.12/kWh | $35.61 | $427.30 | #3 |
| Missouri | $0.12/kWh | $35.61 | $427.30 | #4 |
| Nebraska | $0.12/kWh | $35.61 | $427.30 | #5 |
| Oklahoma | $0.12/kWh | $35.61 | $427.30 | #6 |
| Iowa | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #7 |
| Kentucky | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #8 |
| Louisiana | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #9 |
| Montana | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #10 |
| Nevada | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #11 |
| North Carolina | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #12 |
| South Dakota | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #13 |
| Tennessee | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #14 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #15 |
| Washington | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #16 |
| Wyoming | $0.13/kWh | $38.58 | $462.91 | #17 |
| Georgia | $0.14/kWh | $41.54 | $498.52 | #18 |
| Kansas | $0.14/kWh | $41.54 | $498.52 | #19 |
| Mississippi | $0.14/kWh | $41.54 | $498.52 | #20 |
| Arizona | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #21 |
| Florida | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #22 |
| Minnesota | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #23 |
| New Mexico | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #24 |
| Oregon | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #25 |
| South Carolina | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #26 |
| Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #27 |
| West Virginia | $0.15/kWh | $44.51 | $534.12 | #28 |
| Alabama | $0.16/kWh | $47.48 | $569.73 | #29 |
| Colorado | $0.16/kWh | $47.48 | $569.73 | #30 |
| Indiana | $0.16/kWh | $47.48 | $569.73 | #31 |
| Texas | $0.16/kWh | $47.48 | $569.73 | #32 |
| Delaware | $0.17/kWh | $50.45 | $605.34 | #33 |
| Illinois | $0.17/kWh | $50.45 | $605.34 | #34 |
| Ohio | $0.17/kWh | $50.45 | $605.34 | #35 |
| Wisconsin | $0.18/kWh | $53.41 | $640.95 | #36 |
| Maryland | $0.20/kWh | $59.35 | $712.17 | #37 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | $59.35 | $712.17 | #38 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | $59.35 | $712.17 | #39 |
| New Jersey | $0.23/kWh | $68.25 | $818.99 | #40 |
| Vermont | $0.23/kWh | $68.25 | $818.99 | #41 |
| Connecticut | $0.25/kWh | $74.18 | $890.21 | #42 |
| Alaska | $0.26/kWh | $77.15 | $925.82 | #43 |
| New Hampshire | $0.26/kWh | $77.15 | $925.82 | #44 |
| New York | $0.27/kWh | $80.12 | $961.42 | #45 |
| Maine | $0.30/kWh | $89.02 | $1,068.25 | #46 |
| Massachusetts | $0.31/kWh | $91.99 | $1,103.86 | #47 |
| Rhode Island | $0.31/kWh | $91.99 | $1,103.86 | #48 |
| California | $0.35/kWh | $103.86 | $1,246.29 | #49 |
| Hawaii | $0.42/kWh | $124.63 | $1,495.55 | #50 |
How Long Does It Take to Charge?
Level 1 (120V outlet)
Speed: 3-4 miles/hour
Time to full: 52-69 hours
Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage
Level 2 (240V home)
Speed: 19-26 miles/hour
Time to full: 8-12 hours
Best for: Daily home charging
DC Fast Charging
Speed: up to 180 kW (110 miles in 15 min)
Time to 80%: about 30 minutes
Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups
Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo
Full Specifications
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Trim | Long Range Dual Motor |
| Battery Size | 82 kWh |
| Range | 314 miles |
| Efficiency | 3.4 mi/kWh |
| Charging Speed | L1: 3-4 miles/hour; L2: 19-26 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 180 kW (110 miles in 15 min) |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Category | sedan |
| MSRP | $51,100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charge a Polestar 2 per month?
At $0.18/kWh home charging, Polestar 2 is about $53.41 per 1,000 miles. At $0.45/kWh public charging, it is about $133.53 for the same monthly distance.
What is Polestar 2 charging cost per 100 miles?
Using current benchmark assumptions, Polestar 2 runs near $5.34 per 100 miles on home electricity and about $13.35 per 100 miles on full public charging.
How much more does public charging cost for Polestar 2?
Compared with home-first charging behavior, full public charging is about $80.12 higher per month and about $961.42 higher per year for a 12,000-mile profile.
Is Polestar 2 better with mostly home charging?
For cost control, yes. Polestar 2 ownership is generally most efficient with a home-first routine, while public-heavy charging can raise monthly spend and introduce more price variability by network and location.
How long does Polestar 2 take to charge at home and DC fast stations?
Typical planning windows are around 52-69 hours on Level 1, 8-12 hours on Level 2, and about 30 minutes to 80% on DC fast charging under favorable battery and station conditions.
Can Polestar 2 still save money versus gas each year?
Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, Polestar 2 saves about $791.37 per year at home-rate assumptions.
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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.