No cost upgrade for premium Euro EV SUV

Polestar Australia has confirmed pricing and specification for an upgraded 2026 model year version of its mid-size pure-electric Polestar 4 SUV.

Headline news is no change to the manufacturer’s list price despite a key design tweak for both models in the local range with the cost of selected options also reduced.

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At the same time an illuminated front Polestar logo, high-level interior illumination and net pockets in the boot have been moved to the 'Plus Pack' (see below).

2026 Polestar 4 price Australia

Variant	Price - before on-road costs
Long range Single motor	$78,500
Long range Dual motor	$88,350

2026 Polestar 4 engine/powertrain and efficiency: 

As the name implies, the entry-level Polestar 4 Long Range Single motor is powered by a single (rear-mounted) permanent magnet electric motor sending 200kW/343Nm to the rear wheels while the Long Range Dual motor pushes 400kW/686Nm to all four wheels. Claimed 0-100km/h acceleration times are 7.1 and 3.8 seconds, respectively.

With energy consumption between 7.8-18.4kWh/100km, WLTP range for the single-motor is 620km. That drops to a still impressive 590km in the high-performance dual-motor version which consumes 19.0-21.7kWh/100km. 

The Polestar 4 is capable of charging its 100kW lithium-ion battery at up to 200kW DC, taking on a 10-80 per cent fill in 30 minutes. Braked trailer towing capacity is 1500kg for the single motor version and 2000kg for the dual motor.

2026 Polestar 4 standard features: 

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• Active LED headlights
• Rain-sensing wipers
• ‘Bio-attributed’ fabric trim
• Eight-way electrically adjustable driver seat (with memory)
• Six-way electrically adjustable passenger seat
• Heated front seats
• Ambient interior lighting
• Dual-zone climate control
• Power tailgate
• 10.2-inch driver display
• 14.7-inch head up display
• 15.4-inch central multimedia display
• 8.9-inch digital rear-view mirror
• Eight-speaker audio (with digital radio)
• Wireless Apple CarPlay

2026 Polestar 4 optional features: 

• Plus Pack: Harman Kardon 1320W premium sound system, head-up display, zinc deco, ‘Star knit’ illuminated deco, illuminated front Polestar logo, pixel LED headlights with ‘Adaptive High Beam’, hands-free power tailgate, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, rear control screen, 12-way powered sport seats with mechanical cushion extension easy entry/exit driver’s seat, power reclining rear seats, heated steering wheel and rear seats, tri-zone climate control, PM2.5 air filtration, 22kW AC charging - $8000
• Pro Pack: 21-inch ‘Pro’ alloy wheels, ‘Swedish Gold’ valve caps, striped seatbelts - $2500
• Performance Pack: 22-inch ‘Performance’ wheels, ‘Polestar Engineered’ chassis tuning, Brembo brakes, ‘Swedish Gold’ accents (available on Dual motor with Plus pack) - $7200

Single Options

• Electric retractable towbar - $3310
• Electrochromic glass roof - $2200
• Body-coloured lower claddings - $1400
• Privacy glass on rear side windows - $700
• Nappa upgrade: Bridge of Weir leather, ventilated front seats (with massage), Harman Kardon headrest speakers in front seats, rear comfort headrests, brushed textile headlining - $6100 (Zinc) / $5700 (Charcoal) - requires Plus Pack

2026 Polestar 4 colours: 

• Snow (white)
• Magnesium (cool grey)
• Electron (silver)
• Storm (dark grey)
• Space (black)

2026 Polestar 4 safety: 

The Polestar 4 scored a maximum five-star ANCAP score from assessment in 2024. It’s Adult Occupant Protection score is 92 per cent, Child Occupant Protection score is 87 per cent, Vulnerable Road User protection score is 81 per cent and its Safety Assist Score is 79 per cent.

• Four short range cameras
• Rear-view HD camera
• Two forward-facing HD cameras
• Four side-view HD cameras
• Understeer Control Logic
• Trailer Stability Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• AEB (vehicle / cyclist / pedestrian detection)
• Advanced Collision Avoidance
• Forward Collision Warning
• Lane Keeping Aid
• Lane Departure Warning
• Oncoming Lane Mitigation
• Driver Alert Control
• Rear Collision Warning and Mitigation
• Cross Traffic Alert with brake support
• Road Sign Information
• Blind Spot Information with steer assist
• Exit assist
• Post-impact braking
• Tyre pressure monitoring
• Whiplash Injury Protection System (WIPS)
• Seven airbags
• ISOFIX mountings (rear seats)

2026 Polestar 4 warranty and servicing: 

The Polestar 4 is covered by a five-year, unlimited km warranty (with roadside assistance included). The traction battery is covered for eight years, 160,000km and there’s also a 12-year corrosion warranty. 

Onboard diagnostics will notify the driver if and when service is necessary, although Polestar says “Generally (the) Polestar 4 doesn't need to be serviced for up to two years or 30,000km”.

2026 Polestar 4 dimensions: 

The Polestar 4 is 4840mm long, 2067mm wide (mirrors folded) and 1534mm tall with a 2999mm wheelbase. Boot volume is 526 litres with the rear seat upright, expanding to 1536L with it folded down. There’s also a 15L ‘frunk’ in the nose.