The Polestar 5 has been stuck in development limbo for years, but fresh leaks suggest the Swedish-Chinese EV could arrive later in 2025, and it is coming out swinging. Two Launch Editions are expected, both armed with power figures that put it directly in Porsche Taycan territory.
The Long Range Dual-Motor Launch Edition will reportedly start just under £90,000 (around $121,000 AUD equivalent), making it a serious alternative to the entry-level Taycan. Standard kit looks generous, with adaptive pixel LED headlights, frameless glass, rain-sensing wipers, digital side mirrors, soft-close doors and 20-inch wheels.
Inside, there’s a 9-inch digital cluster, a 14.5-inch infotainment system, and a heads-up display. Heated seats in MicroTech upholstery, four-zone climate, aluminium or black ash trims and wireless phone charging round out the interior package.
Performance comes from a 112 kWh battery and dual-motor all-wheel drive setup. Early figures suggest 738 hp and 812 Nm of torque, good for a 0-100 km/h sprint in 3.9 seconds and a WLTP range of 669 km. Charging tech is equally impressive, with 350 kW DC fast charging baked in.
For those who want more, a Performance Launch Edition is tipped to push output to 872 hp and 1,015 Nm.
That slashes the 0-100 time to just 3.2 seconds, though range drops to 565 km. Expect upgrades like semi-active dampers, 21-inch wheels and Bowers & Wilkins audio to separate it from the regular car.
Polestar’s designers have also sweated the details, with premium options including Nappa leather, a microsuede headliner and bespoke interior finishes. The aim is clear: offer Porsche-rivaling performance without the intimidating price jump that often comes with German badges.
For Polestar, the 5 is more than a flagship—it’s a credibility play. After a rocky period of delays and lukewarm reception to the brand’s earlier EVs, this car will decide whether Polestar belongs in the same conversation as Porsche, BMW and Mercedes.
If the leaks prove accurate, the Polestar 5 will land as one of the most powerful EV sedans on the market, and at a price point designed to shake Stuttgart’s confidence. The next few months will be critical, but one thing is certain: Porsche finally has something to worry about.
