FRONT END features a horizontal SmartZone grille packed with safety and driver assist technology plus origamiinspired LED headlights with active high beams and LED fog lights that automatically illuminate at speeds under 19 mph .
The passenger cabin flaunts a sporty driving position , seats and surfaces made with sustainably focused materials , and an intuitive , user-friendly infotainment system ( powered by a new Google operating system ) that includes unexpected apps like YouTube and Amazon Prime Video .
“ Polestar 2 was the first car in the world to feature an infotainment system powered by … Android Automotive … [ operating system ],” Ofiara says . “ Developed in collaboration with Google , the system revolutionizes the way car infotainment systems can be integrated and owners can benefit from the best voice and navigation systems in the world . Simply say ‘ Hey , Google ’ followed by your command to get whatever you need at your fingertips .”
The vehicle comes in six metallic exterior colors ranging from black or white to dark blue and light gray . Owners can also choose from five interior color schemes ; one of the upholstery options is nappa leather seats made by Bridge of Weir , a legendary Scottish automobile fabric producer .
A tablet-like display dominates the center of the dashboard . Equipped with high pixel density and an anti-reflective coating , the screen can sense a finger even on a gloved hand . One of the audio options is Harman Kardon Premium Sound system and pre-entry climate control lets you heat or cool the interior prior to driving . The frameless side mirrors automatically dim the lights of approaching cars at night and can angle downward for better visibility when backing up or parking .
With a sleek , bold style , you ’ ll feel like you ’ ve stepped into a car from the future , without being too over the top .
WHEELS : Shoppers can choose from three styles of 3D , laser-etched WHEELS for their Polestar 2 , including four-spoke black polished forged alloys and five-spoke black diamond-cut alloys or black /
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