Swedish electric vehicle maker Polestar has delivered a sharp jolt to Chinese automotive giants in the UK, with British drivers flocking to its premium EVs amid a fiercely competitive market. Polestar, headquartered in Gothenburg and listed on Nasdaq as PSNY, reported record UK retail sales of 16,959 vehicles in 2025—a staggering 95% jump from 8,693 the previous year, according to data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This surge was driven by popular models like the Polestar 2, starting at £45,160, which combines minimalist Scandinavian design with high performance and a range of up to 409 miles. December alone saw 1,733 registrations, up 93% year-on-year. This growth positions Polestar as the UK's fastest-growing premium EV brand, securing a 0.84% market share in a year where total new car registrations hit 2,020,520—up 3.5% overall. Read more: Disaster for Labour as it falls short of EV sales target despite huge discount Read more: Electric cars will work better in cold weather if drivers do 1 thing
Published: January 11, 2026 5:15 pm
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