Written by Amrit Kaur Updated: 10 September 2025

Overview

Swedish electric performance brand Polestar finally debuted its four-door GT, the Polestar 5 at the 2025 Munich motor show on 8 September. First unveiled in 2020 as the Precept concept, the all-electric Scandi grand tourer has the Porsche Taycan and Audi RS E-Tron GT firmly in its sights

At launch the Polestar 5 comes in two versions: the Dual Motor or Performance Edition. Both feature a massive 112kWh battery and use an ultra-fast 800V charging architecture that allows for 350kW DC public charging alongside 11kW AC home charging. The 5 has been developed on a specially bonded aluminium platform which Polestar claims gives ‘a torsional rigidity higher than that of a two-seat sports- or supercar.’

Performance figures are just as striking. The Dual Motor model promises a 416-mile WLTP driving range and delivers 748hp, launching it from 0-62mph in 3.9 seconds. Opt for the 884hp Performance model and the 0-62mph time is slashed to just 3.2 seconds, though the claimed driving range falls to 351 miles.

Prices for the Polestar 5 start from £89,500 for the Dual Motor and £104,900 for the Performance edition, with order books now open. In the same ballpark are the Lotus Emeya 600 with a starting price of £84,990 and the Porsche Taycan 4S starting at £96,200. The Polestar 5 Performance, however, is extremely competitive compared to the Audi RS E-Tron GT which commands £127,375.

What’s it like inside?

The Polestar 5 borrows its steering wheel, stalks, volume knob and other controls from the Polestar 3 and 4 SUVs meaning most of the functionality is locked in the main 14.5-inch central infotainment screen. Likewise with those models, Android Auto and Google apps are built-in, while the driver gets a 9.0-inch screen mounted on the steering column and a 9.5-inch head-up display for key info.

Inside, the cabin follows Polestar’s sustainability ethos, with plenty of natural fibre and recycled materials throughout. Like the Polestar 4, there’s no rear window – instead, a digital rear view mirror provides visibility.

To make sure the cabin doesn’t feel claustrophobic, Polestar has fitted their largest panoramic roof to date, stretching just over 2 metres to keep things light and airy. There’s also the option to specify a 21-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system, while ‘laser-line’ ambient lighting wraps around the cabin, finishing in a sound bar behind the rear passengers.

The driver’s seat, developed with Recaro, is set low and reclined to emphasise the performance focus. The Polestar 5 is primarily set up as a four-seater tourer so the rear central armrest is packed with controls for the four-zone climate system, heated, ventilated and massaging seats, plus recline functions. A fifth passenger can fit in the middle with the armrest raised, though they may be resented for taking away everyone else’s luxury privileges.  

What this means for you

The Polestar 5 is a huge contender for top of the four-door GT class. On paper it offers an impressive range, blistering performance and the promise of fast charging, all while undercutting its competition by up to £22,000.

With a clever aluminium structure and stiffness to make a supercar shiver, there could be exceptional performance on offer while being able to take four more passengers comfortably for the ride. If you’re in the market for a Taycan or an RS E-Tron GT this could be worth waiting for.

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Editor’s view: I love a fastback, but…

I love a sleek-looking fastback. Cars like the Rover SD1 and Audi A7 were a breath of fresh air compared with their boxier opposition – and the new Polestar 5 elicits similar emotions in me in a sea of luxury SUVs. It’s low, striking-looking, and clearly has performance and driving range to back up its attitude.

It continues the brand’s fascinating journey into the mainstream. I’ve been following this closely since the memorable Shanghai launch of the sublime Polestar 1 coupe, and how it turbocharged into the 2, which has become a solid success, despite being an unfashionale hatchback. It proved that EV buyers are more prepared to eschew traditional brands in order to make a statement – a trend that continues to this day.

What strikes me about the Polestar 5 is its Scandi design, gorgeous minimalist interior, long driving range and eye-catching acceleration. However, it’s a crowded market out there, and is filling up with similarly impressive rivals, most notably from Chinese start-ups – so the real worry here is that it’s going to be lost in a sea of noise. It’s a halo car, for sure, so will be a rare one at that, and one I suspect that struggle to stand out from the crowd.

Keith Adams – Editor, Parkers

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