Polestar has officially unveiled the Polestar 5 at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich. It is a four-door performance Grand Tourer derived from the 2020 Precept concept. The model serves as the brand’s new flagship, combining design, technology, and sustainability in production form.
“Polestar 5 is bringing the future to our present,” said CEO Michael Lohscheller. “With its Scandinavian design, unique platform, powerful motors, advanced chassis, technology, and sustainable materials, it’s the perfect flagship for Polestar.”
The Polestar 5 closely follows the Precept concept, measuring five meters long with minimalist styling inspired by aviation. It features a low nose, dual-blade Pixel LED headlights, SmartZone sensor housing, and aerodynamic Kamm-tail rear design. A digital rearview mirror and virtual rear window allow for improved packaging and rear seat space.
The panoramic glass roof measures over 2 meters long, the largest yet for a Polestar. At the rear, an aero-efficient lightbar, diffuser, and frameless glass reduce drag to a Cd of 0.24. Six exterior colors are available, including matte Storm grey and Magnesium silver.
The cabin is designed primarily as a four-seater with Recaro-developed seats. Upholstery options include MicroTech or Bridge of Weir Nappa leather, with heating, ventilation, and massage functions available. Rear passengers also get climate and seat controls. A fifth seat can be created by raising the center armrest.
Sustainable materials are widely used, including natural fiber composites from BComp, recycled PET, Econyl carpets, and flax-based ampliTex. Storage includes a 365-liter rear trunk and a 62-liter front compartment.
The driver gets a reclined seating position with a 9-inch display on the steering column, a 9.5-inch head-up display, and a 14.5-inch center touchscreen running Android Automotive with Google built in. Audio options include a 10-speaker Polestar system or a 21-speaker Bowers & Wilkins setup.
Polestar 5 integrates advanced driver assistance with 11 cameras, one driver monitoring camera, radar, 12 ultrasonic sensors, and eight airbags. Pilot Assist supports speeds up to 150 km/h. Interior radars help detect occupants to optimize airbag deployment.
The car rides on the new Polestar Performance Architecture, a bonded aluminum platform that offers rigidity beyond that of many sports cars. It uses 13% recycled aluminum and 83% aluminum produced with renewable energy. A 112 kWh lithium-ion battery is part of the structure.
Suspension includes a compact front double wishbone design, Brembo brakes, and adaptive MagneRide dampers on the Performance model. Bespoke Michelin tires in sizes from 20 to 22 inches complete the setup.
Two versions are offered. The Polestar 5 Dual Motor produces 550 kW and 900 Nm, achieving 0–100 km/h in 3.9 seconds with up to 670 km WLTP range. The Polestar 5 Performance delivers 650 kW and 1,015 Nm, cutting the sprint to 3.2 seconds with a 565 km WLTP range. Both are limited to 250 km/h.
An 800V architecture enables up to 350 kW DC charging, with 10–80% charging in as little as 22 minutes.
That being said, Polestar has not set foot in the Philippines yet. Is it time for the brand to make a splash, considering that EVs are a fast-growing market in the country?
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