--- title: "The Polestar 4 Starts at $56,300 and No, You Can’t Pay Extra for a Rear Window" description: "The Polestar 4 will start at $56,300 in the U.S. when it goes on sale in the fourth quarter of 2024, the electric automaker has announced." date: "2024-03-27" modified: "2024-03-27" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/the-polestar-4-starts-at-56300-and-no-you-cant-pay-extra-for-a-rear-window" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Polestar News" tags: - "Electric Vehicle" - "Polestar" --- # The Polestar 4 Starts at $56,300 and No, You Can’t Pay Extra for a Rear Window ![]() *Polestar* Polestar just revealed U.S. pricing for its latest electric vehicle at the 2024 New York International Auto Show, the [Polestar 4](). Even without a rear window, the 4 officially starts at $56,300 including delivery, which paradoxically places it right between the Polestar 2 sedan and the more recently revealed Polestar 3 SUV in terms of pricing. According to [Polestar](), the 4 is an "SUV Coupe," even if it looks more like a lifted sedan, similar to the brand's first all-electric car, the Polestar 2. However, it's more attractive than the 2, with a sharper front end, sleeker roofline, and unique surfacing along the sides. Something else that's odd considering Polestar's naming conventions: the Polestar 4 sits in between the Polestar 2 and the [Polestar 3]() in terms of size. You'd think the biggest one would have the highest number, but no. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Included in that $56,300 starting price are 20-inch five-spoke wheels, a panoramic glass sunroof, 360-degree parking cameras, a power lift gate, and adaptive cruise control. The base powertrain is called the Long Range Single Motor, which is rear-wheel drive and makes 272 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque. Polestar claims a 0-60 mph time of 6.9 seconds and, with its 102 kWh battery pack, a range of up to 300 miles. Those specs remain the same for all Long Range Single Motor variants, regardless of trim level or package. Bump up to the Long Range Dual Motor and you get all-wheel drive, 544 hp and 506 lb-ft of torque, and your 0-60 mph time drops to 3.7 seconds. However, range also drops, to 270 miles. Again, those specs remain the same regardless of package or trim. The optional Performance Pack actually doesn't increase straight line performance; instead, it brings 22-inch forged wheels, Brembo brakes with gold calipers, and performance tires. Interestingly, Polestar claims that range remains the same, even despite the larger wheels and grippier rubber. All Polestar 4 models get 200 kW DC fast charging. ![]() ![]() ![]() And if you're still wondering about the rear window situation, Polestar says deleting it allows for an "extended panoramic roof," as well as "a spacious passenger environment." Inevitably, a high-definition camera will fulfill the role formerly served by trusty old glass. Let's just hope it's free of software issues. Overall, the Polestar 4 is a sharp looking car and probably the brand's best looking vehicle currently, even if it does have a puzzling rear end with no window. It's priced similarly to the [BMW i4]() but is significantly more expensive than the Tesla Model 3, [Hyundai Ioniq 6](), and its own sibling, the Polestar 2, without having much of a range or performance advantage, if any at all. Maybe its good looks and sleek profile will be enough to justify its price to customers. The crossover will enter production in April, ahead of first deliveries in the fourth quarter of this year. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()