Charging Costs
Cost to Charge Polestar 2 in Ireland
Updated March 2026
The Polestar 2 has a 75 kWh battery and consumes about 17.9 kWh per 100 km. With up to 420 km of range, it covers daily driving comfortably on a single charge. Drivers using our app appreciate its balance of efficiency and practicality, though the 149 kW DC charging speed means road trip stops take a bit longer than some competitors. In Ireland, average home electricity costs around €0.30/kWh and DC fast charging averages €0.62/kWh. These are estimates. Always check your vehicle's manual for exact specifications.
Charging costs vary significantly depending on your electricity tariff, time of day, charging network, subscription, and location. The numbers below are estimates based on average prices in Ireland and may not reflect what you actually pay. Always check your network's app for current pricing.
Home charging
€5.37
per 100 km
Public AC
€6.62
per 100 km
DC fast charging
€11.10
per 100 km
Detailed Breakdown
| Home | Public AC | DC Fast | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per kWh | €0.30 | €0.37 | €0.62 |
| Cost per 100 km | €5.37 | €6.62 | €11.10 |
| Full charge (0-100%) | €22.50 | - | €46.50 |
| Monthly (1,250 km) | €67 | - | €139 |
Compared to Petrol
- Polestar 2 (home charging)
- €5.37 / 100 km
- Comparable petrol car (7 L/100 km)
- €11.90 / 100 km
- Estimated annual savings (15,000 km/year)
- €980
Based on approximate average fuel and electricity prices. Actual savings depend on your tariff, driving patterns, and fuel costs.
Tips to Reduce Charging Costs
- Schedule home charging during off-peak hours using the Polestar app. The 75 kWh battery charges fully in about 7 hours on an 11 kW wallbox, fitting easily into an overnight window.
- The Polestar 2's 149 kW DC charging is solid but not class-leading. Arrive at fast chargers between 10-20% state of charge to maximize time in the fastest charging range.
- Set your daily limit to 80%. Above 80%, the Polestar 2's charging speed tapers off significantly, making those extra kilometers expensive and slow to add.
- If your Polestar 2 has the optional heat pump, preconditioning while plugged in is especially efficient. It draws less power to heat the cabin, leaving more grid-charged energy in the battery.
- Use the Polestar 2's one-pedal driving mode in city traffic. The strong regenerative braking recovers energy on every stop, effectively giving you free kilometers and reducing how often you need to charge.
Home charging gives the best value for the Polestar 2. Its 420 km range means most drivers only need public chargers on road trips. When fast charging, the 149 kW speed works well in the 10-80% window. Avoid topping up beyond 80% at DC stations to save both time and money.
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