Polestar 2: Real Charging Cost (2026)
Per charge, per month, and by state, using the Polestar 2’s EPA numbers.
Charging a Polestar 2 at home costs about $49 a month for 1,000 miles at the 16.5¢/kWh US average, about $13.53 for a full charge, or 4.9¢ per mile. The same miles in a 28-mpg gas sedan run about $114.
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Fuel savings: about — a year vs a comparable gas sedan.
Polestar 2 charging cost by state
Home charging, 1,000 miles a month, 2026 example rates. Tap a state for its full page.
| State | Avg rate | Full charge | Per month | Per 100 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 31.8¢ | $26.08 | $93.53 | $9.35 |
| Texas | 15.5¢ | $12.71 | $45.59 | $4.56 |
| Florida | 15.0¢ | $12.30 | $44.12 | $4.41 |
| New York | 24.0¢ | $19.68 | $70.59 | $7.06 |
| Pennsylvania | 18.3¢ | $15.01 | $53.82 | $5.38 |
| Illinois | 16.4¢ | $13.45 | $48.24 | $4.82 |
| Ohio | 15.9¢ | $13.04 | $46.76 | $4.68 |
| Georgia | 14.2¢ | $11.64 | $41.76 | $4.18 |
| North Carolina | 14.0¢ | $11.48 | $41.18 | $4.12 |
| Washington | 11.9¢ | $9.76 | $35.00 | $3.50 |
| Arizona | 15.1¢ | $12.38 | $44.41 | $4.44 |
| New Jersey | 19.5¢ | $15.99 | $57.35 | $5.74 |
How fast does a Polestar 2 charge?
| Charger | Adds per hour | Full charge | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 · wall outlet 120V · ~1.3 kW | ~4 miles | 2–3 days | Short commutes, plug-in hybrids |
| Level 2 · home charger 240V · up to 11.5 kW | ~33 miles | ~8.5 hrs | Overnight home charging, the default |
| DC fast charging NACS · high power | rapid | ~195 mi (10→80%) | Road trips, costs ~3× home rates |
Polestar 2 charging questions
How much does it cost to charge a Polestar 2 at home?+−
At the US average of about 16.5¢/kWh and the Polestar 2’s 82 kWh usable battery, a full home charge runs about $13.53. For 1,000 miles a month that is roughly $49. Your exact cost depends on your local electricity rate.
What is the Polestar 2’s charging cost per mile?+−
The Polestar 2 is EPA-rated near 3.4 mi/kWh, so at 16.5¢/kWh it costs about 4.9¢ per mile to drive, compared with roughly 11¢ a mile for a 28-mpg gas car at $3.20/gallon.
How much does it cost to fast-charge a Polestar 2 vs at home?+−
Public DC fast charging averages around 42¢/kWh, so a full Polestar 2 charge can cost about $34, roughly three times the $13.53 it costs at home. Fine for road trips, expensive as a habit.
Do I need a Level 2 charger for a Polestar 2?+−
If you drive a typical 30–40 miles a day, Level 1 barely keeps up with the Polestar 2. Most owners install Level 2, see our installation cost estimator ($500–$2,500 typical).
Does winter change the Polestar 2’s charging cost?+−
Yes. Expect 15–30% more energy per mile in freezing weather from cabin and battery heating, so winter months run higher than this year-round average. Preconditioning while plugged in helps.
Battery & efficiency: EPA rating and manufacturer specs for the Polestar 2. Rates: EIA state averages (2026 examples). Charging speeds: estimated from power level and efficiency; real sessions vary. Not affiliated with Polestar. Full methodology →