From Electrifying.
Join Nicki as she dives into the baffling (but brilliant) world of the used Polestar 2 — the Swedish-designed electric car comes with more motor and pack options than a complicated Starbucks order… and might just be one of the best used EV bargains in the UK right now.
In this video, Nicki breaks down exactly what you need to know before buying a second-hand Polestar 2, including the confusing differences between single motor vs dual motor, front-wheel drive vs rear-wheel drive vs all-wheel drive, and how the Plus Pack, Pilot Pack and Performance Pack can completely change what you’re getting for your money.
With used prices now starting from around £12,000, and many great examples coming in under £20k, the Polestar 2 is a seriously tempting alternative to the Tesla Model 3 — especially if you want something with a hatchback, a slightly higher ride height, and that clean Scandinavian design feel.
We also explain why the 2023 refresh was a massive improvement (including the switch to rear-wheel drive on single motor models, improved efficiency, extra range, and faster charging up to 205kW) and which versions make the smartest buy today.
Plus, we share the real-world buying tips that matter most — like why you should look for a car with the Pilot Pack (hello 360° camera), why the Plus Pack can be a bargain bonus used, what to check on a test drive (including potential creaky suspension top mounts) and how battery health tends to hold up on higher-mileage company car examples.
We also talk insurance costs, warranty cover, battery degradation, and which Polestar 2 spec offers the best balance of range and performance for most buyers.
So… should you buy a used Polestar 2?
Nicki thinks the answer is a big YES — and she’ll tell you exactly which one to get.
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0:00 Used Polestar 2 guide: packs, motors & confusion explained
0:23 Why the Polestar 2 is a used EV bargain (coffee break ☕)
0:29 Polestar 2 backstory: the original Tesla Model 3 rival
0:50 Practicality wins: hatchback + SUV-ish ride height
1:11 Used prices: from £12k to under £20k (Model 3 alternative)
1:27 Motor options explained: single vs dual motor (FWD/RWD/AWD)
1:39 Battery sizes: 64kWh vs 78kWh Long Range
2:03 Power & performance: 220hp vs 408hp vs 469hp Performance Pack
2:26 Performance Pack details: brakes, dampers, wheels + gold trim
3:07 2023 refresh: RWD switch + more range + faster charging (205kW)
3:46 Interior quality: minimalist but more premium than Tesla
4:10 Pilot Pack: ACC, 360 camera, blind spot + Pixel LEDs
4:31 Plus Pack: pano roof, HK audio, heat pump + tailgate
5:33 Test drive impressions + ride comfort tips (big wheels warning)
7:28 Battery health, warranty & best used Polestar 2 to buy
