Smooth and elegant – meet the Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor EV

Slowly, but steadily, electric cars are making their way into the hearts and parking spaces of Australians. Although not as popular as in other parts of the world, EVs are steadily growing in popularity, diversity and range models.

As a strong supporter of going green worldwide, Splend is actively growing their electric vehicle fleet, designed not only to fit Australians’ lifestyle, but to improve rideshare drivers’ careers. One of the new Splend additions is the elegant Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor.

This fully-electric five-seater medium sedan is more than just pretty looks and style – it’s also five-star ANCAP rated with a reliable 170kWh battery which, according to Polestar specifications, will get you through a whooping 551 km of range when fully charged. The Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor is an ideal choice for rideshare drivers, not least because it makes you eligible for Uber Premier rides.

While it’s a premium option for riders – thus bringing you additional earnings, it’s also practical for drivers, who can use any of the 550 EV charging stations in Sydney alone.

It can charge in as little as 35 minutes (10-80%) using a Type 3 fast charger and a modest 8 hours using a regular, 3-phase 16A charging station, so you won’t have to worry about those longer trips and charging times.

Many are still on the fence about electric cars and the running costs they come with. While this may not be everybody’s cup of tea just yet, the truth is that using and specifically charging an electric car generally takes less effort than refueling a conventional vehicle.

Like with any EV, you don’t need to take your Polestar 2 Long Range on regular trips to the petrol station to fuel an empty tank. You can charge it in between your daily activities, either at one of the ever-growing number of public charging stations or better yet – at home, for as little as $14.78 per charge.

The Polestar 2 Long Range comes in an array of colors and it’s designed to fit up to 14 standard shopping bags, making it a great fit for airport trips or even weekend drives with the family. It also comes with signature Thor hammer LED headlights, heated front seats, eight-speaker stereo, front and rear parking sensors, two rear USB charging ports and reversing camera.

Why you’ll love it

• No range anxiety – you can input your destination into the navigation and it calculates how much battery you’ll have when you arrive

• Perfect for urban driving and longer trips, because of the 551 km range and fast charging times

• Plenty of boot space that can fit up to 14 standard shopping bags

• Android Auto - a world first with Google built into the operating system, where the navigation system finds the most efficient route, taking the battery level and charging points into account, regular over-the-air software updates, plus Google Assistant voice commands

• Keyless entry and start

• Smooth, eco-friendly upholstery with 3D-etched dash trim inserts

About Splend

Splend makes car ownership easier, more affordable and more accessible for rideshare drivers by building everything they need to earn more, pay less and stress less into one affordable weekly payment. 

It’s smooth driving, with no surprises and the lowest total ownership cost you’ll find – which is how car ownership for rideshare drivers should be. For more information about Splend, make an appointment and drop by to your local Splend Hub, email us, or say hello on 1800 775 363.