Constructed on Polestar’s proprietary Polestar Performance Architecture (PPA)—a bonded aluminum platform—the chassis delivers supercar-level torsional stiffness while keeping weight in check. Powertrain & PerformanceAt launch, the Polestar 5 offers two formidable electric dual-motor powertrains:Dual Motor : ~748 hp, 599 lb-ft torque, 0–60 mph in ~3.8 sec, top speed capped at 155 mph. Performance: ~884 hp, 749 lb-ft, 0–60 mph in ~3.1 sec, same top speed limitation. Power delivery is handled via a new high-output rear motor paired with a front motor, both using 800-volt architecture capable of ultra-fast charging. Why the Polestar 5 MattersThe Polestar 5 is a critical “make-or-break” vehicle for Polestar, representing its push into flagship, performance-focused EV territory.