Polestar Ends Production of Polestar 2 in China
The automaker has ceased manufacturing the model as it transitions to a new successor vehicle expected in 2027.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Polestar has officially ended production of the Polestar 2 at its facility in Luqiao, China. The company is now directing customers toward remaining inventory as it reorganizes its model range.
Why it matters
The move is part of a broader strategic shift to reorganize Polestar's model lineup and regional focus. The brand is preparing for the launch of a new successor vehicle while managing the transition away from its primary volume seller.
Polestar produced over 200,000 units of the model in Luqiao, with Norway accounting for more than 16,000 sales. Global revenue for the first half of 2026 reached 1.36 billion US dollars, despite a four per cent decline versus the prior period.
The players
Polestar
An electric vehicle manufacturer that is currently undergoing a reorganization of its model range and regional sales focus.
The details
Polestar has stopped accepting new configurable orders for the Polestar 2 and is currently managing remaining stock across several European markets. The automaker simultaneously ramped up production of the Polestar 4 in Busan, South Korea, during the second quarter of 2026.
Timeline
March 2020: Manufacturing of the Polestar 2 began in Luqiao.
2024: Polestar updated the powertrain and drive configuration.
Q2 2026: Polestar began production of the Polestar 4 in South Korea.
October 2026: Polestar ended production of the Polestar 2.
Early 2027: A new successor model is expected to launch.
Roadmap
This production shift reflects Polestar's necessary evolution as it navigates the upcoming US prohibition on its vehicle sales starting in 2027. The company is balancing a decline in legacy model revenue with the deployment of new production capacity in South Korea.
Customers interested in the Polestar 2 must now rely on existing dealership stock as new configurable orders are no longer being accepted. Buyers in the United States should note the brand is facing upcoming sales restrictions that will impact future vehicle availability.
The takeaway
The end of Polestar 2 production signals a pivot point for the brand as it moves toward its next generation of electric vehicles. Owners of current models should consult their local dealer regarding long-term maintenance support during this transitional period.
What happens next
Polestar expects to launch a new successor vehicle in early 2027, marking the next stage in its model range reorganization.
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