The Swedish electric car company Polestar has announced the arrival of its new Polestar 2 in the UAE, and the company has appointed Al-Futtaim Group as its exclusive distributor and representative in the region.
“We are very excited to introduce the Polestar brand to our customers in the UAE,” said Nils Moscow, Head of Strategy and Business Development at Polestar. As a premium brand in the field of electric vehicles; we have found the Al-Futtaim Group an ideal partner; and we are pleased to join its diverse portfolio of automotive brands.”
confident that Polestar is one of the leading brands in the field of electric vehicles based on the principles of performance and sustainability, which has proven to be a leading competitor in the industry. The car has an optional interior design that includes plastics in addition to plasticizers to make it more flexible and soft.”
He added, “The Trading Enterprises Company of the Al-Futtaim Group is eagerly looking forward to be the official representative of Polestar in the UAE, and is proud of its vision and environmentally friendly practices that are in line with the country’s environmental vision 2030.” The first Polestar destination in the UAE is scheduled to open in Dubai later this year.
Swedish electric cars Polestar arrives in the UAE
In turn, Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar, said: “The Polestar 2 is a very attractive electric car; in addition to being a powerful car, designed in a luxurious and modern way; and has been popular with our customers, as it includes the perfect blend of key features that enhance driving pleasure.”
In addition, the Polestar 2 is the world’s first car to feature Google built-in; and is equipped with the Android Automotive operating system; that provides a robust and adaptable digital environment with in-car applications; and functions and Google services within the car including the Google Assistant, Google Maps and the Google Play Store. The car also features a digital instrument panel, a distinctive audio system; and an 11-inch color touch screen to control all driving functions and give life to the interface.
Also, in the UAE, the Polestar 2 model range will include 3 versions, each offering a combination of options and performance. A long-range twin-engine version will be available in the UAE market in 2022; That is, with two electric motors, one for each axle, and a battery with a capacity of 78 kWh; a total power of 408 hp, a torque of 660 Nm and a driving range of 482 km. There is also the option of a single long-range engine with a battery capacity of 78 kWh; power of 231 hp and torque of 330 Nm and a driving range of 542 km.
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