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The 2021 Polestar 2 is a slick EV that defies segments

Call it a sedan, a hatchback or a crossover, the Polestar 2 is one of the coolest electric cars on sale.

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The Polestar 2 is the first fully electric model from Volvo's upscale upstart.

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It's got super slick Scandinavian design clearly influenced by other Volvos.

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Powering the Polestar 2 is a pair of electric motors that produce 408 horsepower and 487 pound-feet of torque.

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The official EPA range is 233 miles per charge, which seems accurate if not conservative.

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The Polestar 2's fabulous interior is minimal while still feeling substantial.

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Its centerpiece is an 11-inch touchscreen running Google's Android Automotive infotainment system.

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The interior is fully vegan, with real wood trim and interesting faux leather materials.

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It may look like a sedan, but the Polestar 2 has a hatchback rear.

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There's enough frunk space for a couple backpacks, too.

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