Polestar 5 Launches in the UAE With 884 HP, 678 km Range and 22-Minute Fast Charging

Dubai: Polestar has reportedly launched the Polestar 5 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The five-door electric GT comes in two variants, with the top-spec version delivering 884 hp and a claimed range of up to 678 km on a single charge. Prices are expected to start at around AED 415,000. With its long range, strong performance and premium cabin, the Polestar 5 is aimed at buyers looking for something special in the UAE’s luxury EV market.

Exterior and Interior Design

Low nose, wide stance, sloping roofline. Bonded aluminium construction brings the weight distribution close to 50:50. No conventional rear window; a roof-mounted camera feeds a digital rear-view mirror, a feature also seen on the Polestar 4. Inside, the minimalist cabin seats five in a 4+1 layout, with a panoramic glass roof and storage split across front and rear boots.

Category	Details
Body style	Five-door electric GT
Body construction	Bonded aluminium
Overall length	More than 5 metres
Rear visibility	Roof-mounted camera and digital rear-view mirror
Panoramic roof	Infrared-coated glass
Rear boot capacity	365 litres
Front trunk capacity	62 litres
Seat upholstery	Nappa leather upgrade available

Performance and Range

Two all-wheel-drive variants are on the sheet, each tuned differently. The standard Dual Motor puts out 748 hp and covers 678 km on the WLTP cycle. The longer of the two ranges. Need more power? The Performance model delivers 884 hp and hits 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, though its claimed range is lower.

Specification	Dual Motor	Performance
Power	748 hp	884 hp
Torque	812 Nm	1,015 Nm
0–100 km/h	3.9 seconds	3.2 seconds
Claimed WLTP range	Up to 678 km	Up to 558 km
Top speed	250 km/h	250 km/h

Charging and Technology

Under the bonnet, an 800-volt electrical system allows faster charging. On a 350 kW DC charger, the battery goes from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes. Android Automotive OS runs the infotainment, with Google Maps routing based on battery level and charger locations, handy for inter-emirate travel.

Category	Details
Electrical architecture	800V
DC charger power referenced	350 kW
DC charging time	10% to 80% in 22 minutes
AC charging	Around 11 hours from 0% to 100% using 11 kW AC
Operating system	Android Automotive OS
Navigation	Google Maps with battery-aware routing
Driver assistance	Pilot Assist

Safety Features

Under the bodywork sits an ultra-high-strength steel safety cage paired with active driver assistance systems. Eight airbags and adaptive headlights come fitted as standard. A camera-based system monitors driver fatigue; collision avoidance technology also watches for nearby cyclists and pedestrians. Pilot Assist and a 360-degree camera with a 3D view are available for driving and parking.

Category	Details
Headlights	Adaptive headlights
Airbags	Eight
Body protection	Ultra-high-strength steel safety cage
Driver monitoring	Camera-based fatigue detection
Collision avoidance	Systems monitoring nearby cyclists and pedestrians
Camera system	360-degree view with 3D display

Buyer Considerations

The Polestar 5 enters a growing field of latest electric cars, with rivals like the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT. Two variants cover different ground: the long-range Dual Motor and the quicker Performance model. Price, real-world range, local charging access, and UAE-spec equipment lists will shape buying decisions once confirmed.

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