Tethered or untethered cables: which is best?
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Are you the proud new owner of a Polestar EV?
Or perhaps you are a long-adopted fan of the brand whose old EV cables are looking a little worse for wear?
Either way, EV Cable Shop has the charging cables you need to keep trucking.
Polestar is a Swedish performance EV brand, who are passionate about improving sustainable mobility with the powerful engine, superior speed and agility, and improved driving ability you expect.
With an expected line-up of 5 performance EVs by the end of 2026, most UK owners are currently driving either the Polestar 2 or Polestar 3 – the charging cables of which are available with free next-day delivery from EV Cable Shop.
Polestar 2 Charging Cable
£124.99 – £349.00Polestar 3 Charging Cable
£124.99 – £349.00Polestar 2 Charging Cable – Type 2 to Type 2 Charging Cable, 15M, 32amp (7.2kW)
£275.00Polestar 3 Charging Cable – Type 2 to Type 2 Charging Cable, 15M, 32amp (7.2kW)
£275.00Polestar 2 5m Type 2 to 3 Pin Charging Cable
£295.00Polestar 3 Charging Cable – Type 2 to 3 Pin Charging Cable, 10M, 6amp – 12amp Adjustable (2.3kW)
£295.00Polestar 2 10m Type 2 to 3 Pin Charging Cable
£249.00Polestar 3 Charging Cable – Type 2 to 3 Pin Charging Cable, 5M, 6amp – 12amp Adjustable (2.3kW)
£249.00Handily enough, it is possible to use your Polestar 2 EV charging cable to charge the latest Polestar 3 model – if it is still in good condition.
Both the Polestar 2 and 3 use a Type 2 charging cable, made up of seven internal connections within the charger, but it is important to keep an eye on the condition of your cables, especially if you are investing in a newer car.
While it can seem a canny way to save money, old cables can have tiny cracks and damages – which not only affect charging speed but can increase the likelihood of emergencies like electric shocks and fire – which can be deadly.
All Polestar models use Type 2 charging cables, which are the most popular variety in Europe.
These cables have an adapter at one end with seven pins, unlike Type 1 charging cables which have 5 pins.
At the other end, there is a choice of connections, including type 2 adapters, for specific EV charging units, or 3-pin charging cables, for domestic charging.
They are also available in a selection of cable lengths, from 5-20m, and amperages for different charge speeds, depending on your preferred charging method, including:
It is absolutely possible to charge your Polestar with a 3-pin charging cable – however, you need to be mindful of two things:
Despite a recharge taking longer, many people prefer to have a Type 2 to 3-pin charging cable in case they need it, as it means no matter where they are (and how far from an EV charging unit) they can still top-up and drive away as needed.