Polestar is offering significant discounts on its Polestar 4 and Polestar 3 electric vehicles in the US, following a recent decision by the Commerce Department to ban the brand from selling cars in the country starting with the 2027 model year. These price cuts make the Polestar 4 one of the most affordable EVs currently available in the US market.
Polestar 4: Deep Discounts on the Electric Coupe
The Polestar 4, known for its distinctive design that omits a rear window, is now available in the US with a starting price of $31,400 (~AUD 45,489) after a $25,000 (~AUD 36,218) discount. This offer is available directly through Polestar’s website and applies to the entire model line, including both single and dual motor variants.
With this discount, the Polestar 4 is now among the most affordable electric vehicles in the US, with only the Chevy Bolt EV at $27,000 (~AUD 39,115) and the Nissan Leaf at $30,000 (~AUD 43,461) listed at lower starting prices.
Polestar 3: Price Cut on the Electric SUV
Polestar’s SUV, the Polestar 3, is also seeing a substantial price reduction. The model is now listed with a $23,000 (~AUD 33,320) discount, bringing its starting price to $44,500 (~AUD 64,467). This positions the Polestar 3 competitively among entry-level electric SUVs in the US market.
Background: US Ban on Polestar Sales
The US Commerce Department has announced that Polestar will be banned from selling vehicles in the US starting with the 2027 model year. The decision is based on concerns regarding connected vehicles and cybersecurity, as Polestar is owned by Geely Automotive. Polestar vehicles are built in South Carolina (Polestar 3) and South Korea (Polestar 4), and use American software developed by Google.
Other brands with Chinese ownership or investment, such as Volvo (also owned by Geely) and Mercedes, are not subject to the same ban.
Why this matters
These discounts present a rare opportunity for US buyers to purchase Polestar vehicles at significantly reduced prices before the brand is banned from the market in 2027. The Polestar 4, in particular, now ranks among the most affordable EVs available in the country.
The Commerce Department’s decision highlights ongoing concerns about cybersecurity and foreign ownership in the automotive sector, and its impact is being felt by both consumers and dealers.
What this means for buyers
Buyers interested in the Polestar 4 or Polestar 3 have a limited window to take advantage of these discounts before the 2027 ban takes effect. Those considering a purchase should act soon, as the offers are described as limited and may not last.
Customers should also be aware that while the ban affects future sales, existing vehicles are expected to remain usable, and software updates should continue as long as global support remains in place.
Key Specs
- Polestar 4 Starting Price (after discount): $31,400 (~AUD 45,489)
- Polestar 4 Discount: $25,000 (~AUD 36,218)
- Polestar 3 Starting Price (after discount): $44,500 (~AUD 64,467)
- Polestar 3 Discount: $23,000 (~AUD 33,320)
- Ban Effective Model Year: 2027
- Ban Reason: US Commerce Department cybersecurity concerns
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