2021 · Subcompact Car · Plug-in hybrid
2021 Polestar 1 MPG & fuel economy
The 2021 Polestar 1 is a subcompact car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 52 miles on electricity (58 MPGe), then returns 26 MPG on gas. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 34 subcompact cars rated for 2021, it ranks 6th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $1,720 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2021 Polestar 1's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 58 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 22 | 9.4 | 10.7 |
| Highway (gas) | 31 | 13.2 | 7.6 |
| Combined (gas) | 26 | 11.1 | 9.0 |
How it ranks among 2021 Subcompact Cars
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1 MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 1 |
Plug-in hybrid | 55 MPGe + 22 MPG | 61 MPGe + 31 MPG | 58 MPGe + 26 MPG | 470 mi | $1,720 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Electricity use
- 57 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 52 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 9 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 72 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 4 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 93 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 9/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2021 Polestar 1 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Polestar 1?
Up to 58 MPGe + 26 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2021 Polestar 1 use?
Premium gas + electricity (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Polestar 1?
The 2021 Polestar 1's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 58 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Polestar 1 per year?
About $1,720 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $11.46 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.