First Drive of the Polestar 4! - CleanTechnica

The article provides an early driving impression of the Polestar 4, a new electric crossover being introduced to the U.S. market. Externally, the Polestar 4 resembles the Polestar 2 but features a distinctive rear design that eliminates the traditional rear window to improve rear passenger headroom. This design choice was enabled by pushing the rear overhead support further back, allowing for a larger panoramic glass roof that extends behind the rear seats. This glass is electrochromatic, meaning it can switch from clear to opaque at the touch of a button, enhancing passenger comfort and privacy. Inside, the Polestar 4 offers a modern, minimalist interior with a “robotic” design aesthetic, avoiding natural materials in favor of soft-touch fabrics with a planetary-themed color palette. The cockpit features a large 15.4-inch landscape-oriented center display and a 10.2-inch digital gauge cluster, both designed with blocky tiles for ease of use and minimal distraction. Rear passengers have the option of