- On sale
- 2 variants
- Large car
Polestar 5
Price, range and specs in Australia
From$157,705to $174,628 RRP before on-road costs
The Polestar 5 is an electric large car on sale in Australia since 2025. Two variants are available: Dual Motor and Performance. Prices run from $157,705 to $174,628 before on-road costs. WLTP range runs from 565 km on the Performance to 670 km on the Dual Motor, from a 112 kWh battery.
Polestar 5 variants and prices
RRP before on-road costs. Choose a variant for its full specs.
| Variant | Price (RRP) | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive | Seats | Best for | Full specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor2025 to current | $157,705 | 670 km | 112 kWh NMC | 3.9 s | AWD | 5 | Best valueLongest range | Specs → |
| Performance2025 to current | $174,628 | 565 km | 112 kWh NMC | 3.2 s | AWD | 5 | Quickest | Specs → |
Compare the 5 variants
Headline figures side by side. The best figure in each row is highlighted.
| Spec | Dual Motor | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Price (RRP) | $157,705 | $174,628 |
| Range (WLTP) | 670 km | 565 km |
| Real-world range, combined* | 646 km | 545 km |
| Real-world range, highway* | 583 km | 492 km |
| Battery (total, usable) | 112 kWh (106) NMC | 112 kWh (106) NMC |
| DC fast charge · 10–80% | 250 kW · 22 min | 250 kW · 22 min |
| AC charging (max) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Power | 550 kW | 650 kW |
| Torque | 812 Nm | 1,015 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.9 s | 3.2 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot (seats up) | 365 L | 365 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,800 kg | 1,800 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,462 kg | 2,465 kg |
*Zecar estimate from WLTP and body shape, at a 70 km/h (combined) or 110 km/h (highway) average.
Performance vs Dual Motor
Costs $16,923 more and adds 100 kW, but has 105 km less range. 0.7 s quicker to 100 km/h.
Polestar 5 range and running costs
WLTP is the official test. Real-world is Zecar's combined estimate at a 70 km/h average.
| Variant | Per 100 km | Full charge |
|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor | $5.41 | $35 |
| Performance | $6.43 | $35 |
Charging at home at 33c/kWh, on the real-world combined estimate.
Compare EV electricity plans to cut this →5 vs a petrol large car: running costs →Charging the 5
Every variant takes 11 kW AC at home.
| Variant | Home AC (max) | Home 0–100% | DC fast (max) | DC 10–80% | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Motor | 11 kW | 11 hrs | 250 kW | 22 min | Charging guide → |
| Performance | 11 kW | 11 hrs | 250 kW | 22 min | Charging guide → |
5 size, boot space and towing
| Spec | Dual Motor | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length × width × height | 5,087 × 2,015 × 1,425 mm | 5,087 × 2,015 × 1,419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,054 mm | 3,054 mm |
| Ground clearance | 149 mm | 141 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.3 m | 12.3 m |
| Boot (seats up / folded) | 365 L / 1,128 L | 365 L / 1,128 L |
| Frunk | 62 L | 62 L |
| Towing (braked / unbraked) | 1,800 / 750 kg | 1,800 / 750 kg |
| Kerb weight | 2,462 kg | 2,465 kg |
| Warranty (car / battery) | 5 yrs, unlimited km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km | 5 yrs, unlimited km / 8 yrs, 160,000 km |
Lease the 5 from your pre-tax salary
Every variant is over the $91,387 LCT threshold, so FBT applies. See your weekly cost before you talk to a provider.
Cross-shopping the 5?
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How the Dual Motor ranks
Range (WLTP)
1st of 3
670 km
Price
3rd of 3
$157,705
Power
1st of 3
550 kW
Boot space
3rd of 3
365 L
DC charging
1st of 2
250 kW
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Polestar 5 FAQs
The Polestar 5 is priced from $157,705 for the Dual Motor to $174,628 for the Performance before on-road costs.
565 to 670 km on the WLTP test, or an estimated 545 to 646 km in mixed real-world driving.
Two variants are on sale: Dual Motor ($157,705) and Performance ($174,628).
The Performance costs $16,923 more and adds 100 kW, but has 105 km less range. 0.7 s quicker to 100 km/h.
About 11 hours from empty to full on a home wallbox, or 22 minutes from 10 to 80% on a DC fast charger, depending on the variant.
No. Every variant is priced over the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so none qualifies for the FBT exemption.
The boot holds 365 litres with the rear seats up and it can tow up to 1,800 kg braked.
5 seats.
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