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One of the most common explanations for why drivers won’t pick an electric vehicle (EV) over a hybrid is charging. Specifically, owners don’t want to contend with range anxiety or lengthy charging stops. Still, recharge times are getting shorter and range longer. Better yet, Polestar says the production version of its Precept concept car, the “Polestar 5,” will replenish its battery from 10 to 80 percent in 10 minutes. It’ll be one of the closest experiences EV owners will get to refilling at a gas station.

The Polestar 5 promises to charge its 77-kWh battery pack from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 10 minutes with charging speeds of over 370 kW

Luxury EVs are commonplace today. The Tesla Model S, Porsche Taycan, Lucid Air, Mercedes-Benz EQS. These nameplates continue to evolve, marrying posh opulence with fully electric applications. However, Polestar will drop its own next-generation competition for these luxury BEVs with the Polestar 5. Better yet, Polestar promises record-breaking charging speeds with the 5 sedan.

Specifically, the Swedish luxury EV marque says a prototype of the Polestar 5 managed to replenish 70 percent of its 77.0-kWh battery back, from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 10 minutes. To accomplish the feat, the prototype started charging at 310 kW and finished at above 370 kWh.

A Polestar 5 prototype shows off its fascia.
Polestar 5 prototype | Polestar

While the charging speeds are downright impressive, the consistent charge rate is similarly commendable. It’s “the first time a complete battery pack has been tested in a fully functioning car, without showing the eventual power reduction typically seen during charging,” Polestar’s battery system chief engineer Jens Groot said of the prototype.

That’s good news for luxury EV shoppers looking to minimize their time at the fast charging stations. Sure, you might be able to fill up your BMW 5 Series in a couple of minutes, but speeds like this lessen the gap between charging an EV and filling a gasoline tank. The Polestar 5 is expected to arrive as a 2027 model and cost over $100,000, per Car and Driver.

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Erik Sherman joined the MotorBiscuit team as an Autos Writer in 2022. An admitted petrolhead and an avid motorcyclist, Erik has owned everything from classic cars to motorcycles to modern driver’s cars. Erik also has extensive experience with military and emergency vehicles, ranging from ambulances and fire engines to MRAPs and M-ATVs. Erik is an eager car and motorcycle reviewer with experience covering everything from sports cars to pontoon boats and jet skis.

Erik holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations (IRG) from the University of Texas at Austin and has studied Chinese, Energy, and European Politics at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Erik’s background is unorthodox; he is a United States Marine Corps (USMC) combat veteran, water survival practitioner, and a former firefighter/EMT. Additionally, Erik is a regular volunteer and former instructor with the American Red Cross (ARC).