2026 Polestar 2 Prime EV RWD 1.5L Electricity · R16 KRE

Running costs for this Polestar 2 Prime EV RWD are primarily driven by electricity consumption and insurance premiums. As an electric vehicle, it avoids traditional petrol or diesel costs, though home charging rates versus public rapid charging will significantly impact your monthly budget.

Maintenance costs for this model are typically lower than internal combustion engine equivalents due to fewer moving parts, though tyre replacement costs can be higher due to the instant torque and weight of EVs. You should budget for annual inspections to ensure the battery cooling systems and electronic components remain optimal.

Focus your physical inspection on the exterior and interior condition, specifically looking for any signs of wear that might contradict the recorded mileage. While the MOT history shows no defects, pay close attention to the condition of the tyres, as electric vehicles can experience accelerated tread wear.

Check the integrity of the charging port and the condition of the charging cables provided with the car. Given the lack of recorded mechanical failures in the MOT history, your inspection should lean towards the electronic interface and the infotainment system to ensure all software-driven features are functioning as intended.