The 2028 Polestar 7 couldn’t come soon enough. As the brand’s compact SUV, it’s one of the most important models. This gives the Geely-owned Swedish company an entry in a highly competitive segment. A vehicle that appeals to more mainstream buyers, all while offering a distinct Scandinavian sporty take on a small SUV. Let’s take a look at what we know.
2028 Polestar 7: Clean and Totally Scandinavian
The Polestar 7 intends to continue the brand’s latest design language, which first debuted on the 4 coupe-like crossover. We will see its next iteration on the second-generation 2, followed by the 7. Based on Polestar’s teaser from its February product and strategy update, the Polestar 7 features dual-blade headlights, but they look tighter together than the 2’s version. Additionally, it looks taller than both the 2 and 4, including the latter’s wagon variant. Its ground clearance also appears significantly higher, while the lower front fascia seems identical in design to the rest of the lineup.
Just based on the four images Polestar released, the 7 is a traditional SUV. From the upright greenhouse to the boxy shape, this vehicle will be the most mainstream Polestar to date when it arrives. However, in terms of exterior dimensions, the SUV’s footprint may be similar to a Volvo XC40 or Audi Q3. That means the 7 will be a good bit smaller, but taller than the upcoming 4 wagon.
Like the exterior, the 2028 Polestar 7’s interior should follow the same evolutionary look as the next-generation 2 and the existing 4. That means a small digital cluster behind the steering wheel and a large landscape-style touchscreen. Yup, every production Polestar except for the 3 and 5 will likely have this layout. It should also include the same evolutionary design as the 2, with the return of physical buttons for some functions.
The overall interior design should remain simple and clean in typical Polestar fashion. That also means plenty of neutral colors and extensive use of renewable materials. As with its other models, Polestar will likely offer Nappa leather in combination with features like ventilated front seats and, hopefully, a massaging function.
Software-Driven
Like all other Polestar vehicles, the 7 will lean heavily on software. Expect the NVIDIA Drive AGX Orin processor or a similar and potentially more powerful unit to run the back end. Additionally, expect standard Google Built-In with Gemini AI assistant to come standard. Between these two, the 2028 Polestar 7 should have the capability to run complex tasks, future-proofing it for more advanced functions and features.
What about the audio system, you ask? A Harman Kardon premium setup is guaranteed. However, we don’t know how many speakers it’ll have. Keep in mind that the current Polestar 4 has either a 12 or 16-speaker configuration, depending on whether you select the Nappa leather seats or not. On the other hand, the Polestar 2 had 13 speakers. Seeing as the Polestar 7 slots in at the entry point of the lineup, don’t expect a Bowers & Wilkins option, though the current generation 2 has a 14-speaker version.
As far as driver assistance tech goes, expect the same as in every Polestar and Volvo model. That means Pilot Assist and a suite of active safety features ranging from automatic emergency braking to lane centering and evasive steering assist.
2028 Polestar 7: Performance, Scandinavian Style
Expect the Polestar 7 to follow the rest of the lineup and land at the sporty end of the spectrum. That means expect dual-motor models to offer an available Performance pack designed to sharpen the car’s ride and handling. However, expect the Polestar 7 to put a little more emphasis on comfort, since it’s a compact luxury SUV aimed right at the heart of the market. Go for the Polestar 4 if you want something sportier.
On the powertrain front, single and dual-motor should be on offer, with the former being the value play. As we saw in the Volvo EX60, the most powerful model is the dual-motor P12. Expect the same to continue on the Polestar 7. A presentation from JP Morgan’s 2025 European Automotive Conference also said that a 90-kWh battery comes standard on the Polestar 7, alongside a 900-volt charging architecture. That should help the smaller Polestar SUV go farther and do so more efficiently.
The Polestar 7 should continue to remain closely tied to Volvo. The same presentation cited above notes that the Polestar 7 will be built in Europe, specifically the newest Volvo plant located in Slovakia. This also hints that it’s closely related to the next-generation EX40, which will use the SPA3 architecture that debuted on the EX60. If that’s the case, the Polestar 7 is on the platform too.
The Vehicle that Polestar Needs
It’s crucial to stress the importance of the 2028 Polestar 7. Due to its positioning at the heart of the market, it must be executed properly. Additionally, this vehicle is most likely people’s first experience with the brand, making its entry-level models even more important. By masterfully executing an entry-level model, Polestar can retain customers and steal more from its competitors. Alongside the second-generation Polestar 2, this compact SUV may just be one of the most important models for the brand to date. We’re looking forward to seeing this and driving it!
