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I rented a Polestar 2 last summer to drive from Phoenix to Eugene. When I finished, I knew I wanted an EV, but not a Polestar. The ski-slope center console and high window sill felt like sitting in a bucket, and the view out the back window was limited. (And the less said about the cup holders, the better.) Fast charging was limited by the CCS stations on the route.

I really don't understand why people continue to compare this 2 cars. If someone is looking for a Polestar 2 they would be looking at a Tesla Model 3, not the Model Y.

@Da_GrandiMan

9 ай бұрын

Interesting ? I'd wanna see that comparison.🤔🧐

@farodopi5170

9 ай бұрын

it’s a crossover so it can be compared. But probably XC40 and C40 recharge are better match for a comparaison. And they are pretty much the same car since they use the same platform and software.

@PedroCarvalho0

9 ай бұрын

@@farodopi5170 explain how this is a crossover. Has anyone checked the dimensions before commenting on it?

@farodopi5170

9 ай бұрын

@@PedroCarvalho0 i actually own one. so it’s pretty much outside of any car style. it’s very close to a fastback 4 door sedan but it’s not because it’s higher and has a bit higher ground clearance. but it’s not enough high to be a SUV. so it’s a bit of a sedan a bit hatchback, fastback and SUV. but i admit that it’s probably closer to a 4 door fastback. in fact if it would look like an SUV i would not have bought it. he probably should have compared it with volvo c40 and xc40 that are pure Suv and based on same platform

@PedroCarvalho0

9 ай бұрын

It is over 2 inches lower than the VW I'd.3 The ground clearance is less than the majority of the sedans out there. I never remember anyone calling a car that is lower than 150cm and has a hatch anything other than a hatchback.... So, should the BMW i3 be called a crossover too? It's just 3 cm lower. Anyway it's a pointless discussion but it's tiresome to see the same comparisons over and over again and then the same conclusions. And yes, you are right, the xc40 is the car to compare against the model y for the same platform.

So, after rebate the MY is $14K cheaper ? If I was trying to decide which one to buy, price would be the # 1 factor. BTW, I wish I would stop hearing about "recalls" that are fixed via over the air updates. How many times have Tesla owners had to take their cars to a service center for a recall?

If you want a sporty Volvo, with all the Volvo attributes, get a Polestar 2. If you want a more tech-driven car that has compromises in mechanical refinement but has the most reliable charging network and excellent software and efficiency, get a Tesla. My choice is Volvo/Polestar. I don't care for the Tesla after renting it for a weekend. Fun to drive but build and comfort and mechanical refinement isn't there. I'd pick Hyundai/Kia and other BEVs over it even though they have the best charging network by far.

You do realize this is actually a Chinese EV with a Volvo badge!

@EforElectric

9 ай бұрын

That's like calling an iPhone a Chinese phone with an Apple badge on it

@rasmus7620

7 ай бұрын

You do realise Volvo is a Chinese brand?

@michaelm4707

2 ай бұрын

@@rasmus7620stupid comment, next you will say lotus is

Nice vid ! $60-70k ? - To Drive 2-3k a yr, Maybe not a buy, for me. 😢

The Tesla model Y was recalled 10x more than the Polestar but mentioning how many recalls a car has has no value unless you specify what the reason of the recall was.

Wow, impressive, you actually did not misrepresent Tesla in this video.... The Full Self Driving on the Tesla is pretty amazing compared to any other manufacturer! Particully, if you drive a lot! Manual air vents? Are you like 90 years old, you know how much I hate adusting the 10 vent EVERYTIME I get into the car after my wife drives it! Honetly, I never seen a person move all the vents not on you AND crank down the air, but that is another story, Tesla has fixed that by automaticlly adjusting the vents for each driver. I am suprised you not not unhappy your smart phone does not have a rotoray dial on it... This is the future you know....

I will still get and/or getting a Tesla - when/if I can afford it. There are too many fanboys out there that help keep resale price up and for me to sell my Tesla to. I have bought, used and sold Apple devices for this same reason.

So the y is cheaper and better… I’ll take the y. Not that I can, still too expensive😢

@EforElectric

9 ай бұрын

Better? LOL were you not paying attention to the video? I would buy a Model Y if I had to drive a Pinto for the rest of my life

@sebastianchmist6976

9 ай бұрын

@@EforElectric it’s better in anything that matters.

@benjaminsmith2287

9 ай бұрын

@@sebastianchmist6976 Which isn't the same for all people. What matters to me isn't what necessarily matters to you.

@s13dad82

9 ай бұрын

I own both of these vehicle brand and the quality, drive and reliability is a lot better on the P2. Everything on the Tesla is really cheap and falling apart, battery degradation is worst on the Tesla. After owning several other brands of EV, I had the M3, S and X, with too many issues, I’ll stay away from Tesla for good.

@farodopi5170

9 ай бұрын

better right? Tesla do not have : 360 camera, parking sensors, rain sensor, front camera, instrument cluster, air vents, indicator stalk, wiper stalk, gear selector, apple CarPlay and AA, a stupid but how important speed LIM function, free key fob, rear cross traffic alert ? in 2023? in a 50K car? sorry but every single of them are absolute dealbreakers for me. imagine all together… couldn’t care less about netflix, sentinel mode, dog mode, fart mode, super charger if my daily life is a nightmare because of all those useful and some times vital things (stalk indicators). all the good points that a Tesla can have are completely irrelevant if they fail on what makes a car possible to be actually DRIVEN! yes because with highland model it is literally becoming barely possible to even drive it. It’s not even a car anymore. It’s an ipad with a driving wheel (for how long more) and some batteries.

Cant make an informed decision in 5min but thanks for the comparison albeit a bit biased. Tesla has the charm of a "clean taxi". I'd rather not conform and wish my hard earned money be spent on something luxurious, stylish, and trustworthy. The Polestar 2 seems great and retains the manual vents, stalks, buttons, etc. Unfortunately, I dont feel comfortable pulling the trigger on this or any other EV when thinking about the everyday reliability. I cant afford to gamble on Volvo's(China's) new tech given its history. Tesla is popular bc it outmatches on tech, range, and infrastructure. Its pricey bc it's proven and ticks a lot of boxes in many substantial areas, not just a few. I'll keep saving for now...

NIce to see you back havent seen a post from you in a while. Let me add one more thaning Polestar 2 cramped and unnecessarily high central console, MY open and spacious. There are other reasons I wont buy a MY, but thats why i didnt press the button on a P2 last year.

@EforElectric

9 ай бұрын

I don't want to do shorts anymore

Reliability? Software Support/Updates? Crash Safety? I guess this isn't important, but the number of recalls is 🤣🤣 (which were all fixed with over-the-air software updates btw which NOBODY ELSE DOES)

@EforElectric

9 ай бұрын

Nobody else does it because nobody has such a ridiculous number of recalls because they know how to build cars. Reliability? How can you talk about it when one of the cars is like less than 2 years old? Do you even understand what reliability is? Plus, this is a 5 minute video, you did catch that, right?

@benjaminsmith2287

9 ай бұрын

Polestar is Volvo. It has outstanding crash safety as does Tesla.

I miss your older style of your KZread channel.

3:45 You tell us what the Y DOESN'T have... then when you get to the Polestar you tell us what it HAS. Way to go on hiding your hate, dear professional. I doubt your sponsors are aware they are actually putting off potential clients supporting your tripe.

Thanks for the comparison!

Do a review of the Volvo EX 30, please.

@benjaminsmith2287

9 ай бұрын

Not many in the media have access to drive it yet. Maybe in a few months. There have been enough walkarounds of the same car that I don't think anyone can add anything new.

Polestar 2 had the crampiest feeling I've ever felt inside any car. Even the windshield feels cramped. No thanks. Model Y 100%

Don't really get the comparison. One is a sadan the other is an SUV. And you didn't say anything about the stupid center bad very bad Pulsar cup holders.

I used to enjoy watching your EV-related videos; however, your content has become stale and uninteresting especially your coverage of Tesla. I don't own a Tesla and I am not a "fanboy" of the brand. I am interested in buying the best EV available and learning more about them from the EV-related videos I watch. I no longer believe I can rely on your videos to provide accurate and unbiased coverage of Tesla and other EVs. You seem to be more involved with hype rather than substance these days.

In other words, nothing compares to a Tesla so don't bother comparing. This guy hates Tesla for some reason and will nit pick at everything. Nobody wants those things you said were 'missing' from the Tesla.

@michaelpadilla141

9 ай бұрын

Not at all true. Android auto and a heads up fisplay, and adjustable vents are actually really great to have. To each their own, but don't say no one wants these things as they're great when you have them. They factored into my choice to get an id4, though I almost bought a Model Y since I think it's a pretty great car, though not enough so for me to have bought one.

@EforElectric

9 ай бұрын

I know it looks like I hate Tesla all the way from up there in Elon's colon but you have presented zero evidence that I am wrong as the rest of the Tesla fanboys. Wait, isn't time for your cult meeting?

@Technobliterator

9 ай бұрын

@@EforElectricThank you for calling this behavior out and still being reasonable on Tesla… I hate how it’s either fanboys who think you must hate everything Tesla because of some criticisms or haters who accuse you of shilling every time you have anything good to say about it. Thanks for sticking to your guns and calling this out

@jonevansauthor

9 ай бұрын

There's zero reason for Tesla not to support Android Auto and even whatever Apple have. They could even charge for it as a reasonably priced upgrade but people should get the option. Just like the yoke was a silly idea, and removing the indicator stalks is chuffing useless. They don't get everything right. Although they did remember not to put a transmission in their electric vehicles like a certain family who have always made terrible vehicles that fanboys literally worship because they are bad to drive and uncomfortable.

@Couly

9 ай бұрын

@@jonevansauthor look at Lucid's AA it's awful