One-off snow-loving Polestar 2 Arctic Circle revealed
Raised ride height, studded tyres and more power prepare special electric crossover for life in sub-zero climatesPolestar has released pictures of a new one-off special based on the Polestar 2 electric fastback crossover that's been evolved for life in the freezer.
The Polestar 2 Arctic Circle began life as a standard version of the Long Range Dual-Motor pure-electric SUV-coupe but has received the most recent optional over-the-air power boost that raises the EV's total output by 50kW and 20Nm to provide for more generous figures of 350kW/680Nm.
Helping it tackle the harshest of winters, the special Polestar gets 30 per cent softer long-travel springs and three-way dampers supplied by Ohlins. There are also new front and rear chassis braces for improved rigidity and sharper steering responses.
New for the Polestar 2 Arctic Circle, which has been described as a 'prototype', is a launch control system that's operated by using the steering paddles.
To better cope with the snow, the special Polestar 2's 19-inch rally-ready alloy wheels are wrapped with winter tyres peppered with 4mm metal studs.
Other valuable additions for life in places where the sun might only shine for a handful of hours a day include four LED spotlights and a pair of Recaro bucket seats. Beneath, there's also a new carbon-fibre bash-plate.
Finally, the Polestar 2 Arctic Circle is painted in a matte grey and white paint.
Despite being ruled out for production, the prototype Polestar 2 has already undergone the Sino-Swedish brand's extensive winter testing program, which includes driving in temperatures as low as -30C.
Commenting on the new Polestar 2 Arctic Circle, the brand's chassis boss Joakim Rydholm said:
"I wanted to have more fun than usual with this car – really being able to push it in terms of performance and handling in a winter environment like a frozen lake.
"The balance and predictability we have achieved with the raised ride height and specialised tyres are particularly noticeable when you enter a bend completely sideways, with a bigger-than-usual smile on your face, and in total control."
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