High-voltage battery
For propulsion using the electric motor, the vehicle is equipped with a battery located underneath the vehicle. It is a maintenance-free and rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Only authorized workshop personnel may handle high-voltage components.
If the high-voltage battery is discharged, it will not be possible to start the vehicle. If both the 12 V battery and the high-voltage battery are discharged, both batteries must be recharged. In this situation, it is not possible to first charge only the high-voltage battery. The 12 V battery must have a certain charge level in order for the high-voltage battery to be charged.
Warning
Only a workshop may replace a high-voltage battery – contact Polestar Customer Support.
Location of high-voltage battery
High-voltage battery service life and capacity
The capacity of the high-voltage battery decreases with age and use, which could result in decreased range.
Here are some recommendations for increasing the battery's service life:
- Plug in the charging cable when the vehicle is parked. Especially in very hot or cold weather.
- Avoid discharging the battery completely to 0%.
- If the charge level is 0%, the battery should be recharged as soon as possible.
- Avoid fully charging the battery to the maximum level unless needed for the distance you will drive.
High-volt battery specifications
Type: Lithium-ion
Power reserve: 78 kWh.