Overview
The Polestar 4 generates more conversation per specification item than any other EV in its category, primarily because of its most visible decision: the complete removal of the rear window, replaced by a panoramic glass roof and a wide-angle camera that feeds the interior rearview mirror display. It is a deliberate design statement — the brand believes the structural requirements of a conventional rear window compromise both the roofline and the interior headroom for rear passengers, and has eliminated both constraints simultaneously.
Whether the camera mirror is superior to a conventional window is a matter of adaptation. Most drivers who use it for a week find the adjustment complete. The practical benefit — improved rear headroom, uninterrupted roofline — is real.
Key Specification
Battery: 94kWh. WLTP: 590km. Drive: RWD. DC: 200kW. 0-100: approximately 7.4s. Seats: 5. Price: from ~$79,900.
Real-world highway range: 480-510km. 10-80% at 200kW DC: approximately 30 minutes. AC 11kW: approximately 10 hours.
Interior and Technology
Google Automotive on a 15.4-inch central display. Physical rotary volume and climate controls retained. Rear passengers benefit from the eliminated rear window — headroom is notably better than coupe-SUV rivals with conventional glass. Boot: approximately 526L.
Verdict
The Polestar 4 is for buyers who find the no-rear-window concept compelling rather than concerning, and who want a distinctively designed EV with competitive range and Polestar’s design and technology credentials. The warranty and charging speed limitations are consistent with the Polestar range. For those who can adapt to the camera mirror — which most do — the interior benefit is tangible.
