Polestar Release Notes

This software update is available for all Polestar 3 vehicles that have been upgraded with the new Core computer.

Additional functionality

• The operating system, Android Automotive OS, is upgraded to Android 15. The upgrade includes overall Infotainment improvements and Performance, as well as increased availability of more apps through the Google Play Store. Audio from video apps can now be played while driving and controlled directly via the media widget.

• Additional functionality for the steering wheel buttons is introduced. The new functionality includes:

  Right side touch controls:

  • Media Controls
  • Voice control activation

  Left side touch controls:

  • Adaptive cruise control settings
  • Instrument panel mode switch
  • Switch between Pilot Assist and adaptive cruise control

  The feature associated with each touch zone appears in the driver display.

• Launch Mode is introduced for Polestar 3 Performance, model year 2026 or newer. Launch mode enables faster takeoff from a standstill.

• To activate Launch Mode, while in Drive and at a standstill, press and hold the brake pedal, then press and hold the accelerator pedal. During activation, the speedometer will turn orange, an animation will appear in the driver display and confirm once Launch Mode is activated.

• Android Auto is introduced. The function wirelessly mirrors your Android phone’s interface, navigation, media and messaging apps in the Polestar 3 center display.

• As part of the Driver Monitoring System, the Driver Distraction Alert function is updated with enhanced visual and audible notifications.

• Support for Horn & Lights in the Polestar app. Polestar 3 now supports remotely flashing the lights or triggering horn & lights from the Polestar app to help locate the vehicle in busy areas. Availability may vary by region.

• Air purification support in the Polestar app. This functionality allows you to remotely start an air purification cycle from the Polestar app. Available on Polestar 3 equipped with the optional Advanced Air Cleaner (Plus pack).

• The media player now includes a button with direct access to sound settings.

• Vehicle status view can now display the current tire pressure for each individual wheel position in the center display. This function is only available for model year 2026 or newer.

Additional improvements

• Improvements to Exit Assist, now including a temporary prevention of opening the door – in addition to an audible and visual warning – if pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicles approaching from the rear are detected. A double pull of the door latch will override the temporary hold.
• Previously, Exit Assist only provided an audible and visual warning when detecting objects approaching from the rear.
• Improvements to Apple CarPlay, now supporting Dolby Atmos, delivering a more immersive and directional sound experience when supported content is played.
• Improvements to the foot-operated tailgate, including overall robustness and a longer activation time, with extended audible feedback when closing the tailgate.
• Improvements to rear wiper behavior, including a shorter wiper cleaning interval (reduced from 10 to 8 seconds) and automatic activation of the rear wiper when reversing if the front wipers are already active.
• Improvements to the locking and unlocking functionality connected to approach recognition via ultra-wideband (UWB) connection.

Bug fixes

• Bug fix for when the phone wallet was displayed on the phone when it was placed on the wireless phone charger.
• Bug fix for when the rear defroster did not deactivate as expected during automatic start conditions.
• Bug fix for when the interior illumination brightness and theme did not respond correctly.
• Bug fix for when the alarm could be triggered when the vehicle was unlocked and opened via the passenger door.

This software update is available for all Polestar 3 vehicles that have been upgraded with the new Core computer.

Additional functionality

• The operating system, Android Automotive OS, is upgraded to Android 15. The upgrade includes overall Infotainment improvements and Performance, as well as increased availability of more apps through the Google Play Store. Audio from video apps can now be played while driving and controlled directly via the media widget.

• Additional functionality for the steering wheel buttons is introduced. The new functionality includes:

  Right side touch controls:

  • Media Controls
  • Voice control activation

  Left side touch controls:

  • Adaptive cruise control settings
  • Instrument panel mode switch
  • Switch between Pilot Assist and adaptive cruise control

  The feature associated with each touch zone appears in the driver display.

• Launch Mode is introduced for Polestar 3 Performance, model year 2026 or newer. Launch mode enables faster takeoff from a standstill.

• To activate Launch Mode, while in Drive and at a standstill, press and hold the brake pedal, then press and hold the accelerator pedal. During activation, the speedometer will turn orange, an animation will appear in the driver display and confirm once Launch Mode is activated.

• Android Auto is introduced. The function wirelessly mirrors your Android phone’s interface, navigation, media and messaging apps in the Polestar 3 center display.

• As part of the Driver Monitoring System, the Driver Distraction Alert function is updated with enhanced visual and audible notifications.

• The media player now includes a button with direct access to sound settings.

• Vehicle status view can now display the current tire pressure for each individual wheel position in the center display. This function is only available for model year 2026 or newer.

Additional improvements

• Improvements to Exit Assist, now including a temporary prevention of opening the door – in addition to an audible and visual warning – if pedestrians, bicycles, or other vehicles approaching from the rear are detected. A double pull of the door latch will override the temporary hold.

• Previously, Exit Assist only provided an audible and visual warning when detecting objects approaching from the rear.

• Improvements to Apple CarPlay, now supporting Dolby Atmos, delivering a more immersive and directional sound experience when supported content is played.

• Improvements to the foot-operated tailgate, including overall robustness and a longer activation time, with extended audible feedback when closing the tailgate.

• Improvements to rear wiper behavior, including a shorter wiper cleaning interval ( reduced from 10 to 8 seconds) and automatic activation of the rear wiper when reversing if the front wipers are already active.

• Improvements to the locking and unlocking functionality connected to approach recognition via ultra-wideband (UWB) connection.

Bug fixes

• Bug fix for when the phone wallet was displayed on the phone when it was placed on the wireless phone charger.

• Bug fix for when the rear defroster did not deactivate as expected during automatic start conditions.

• Bug fix for when the interior illumination brightness and theme did not respond correctly.

• Bug fix for when the alarm could be triggered when the vehicle was unlocked and opened via the passenger door.

Improvements

• The Creep drive setting is now saved to corresponding driver profile
• Note: The Creep setting is automatically enabled when this software version is installed successfully. During the first drive cycle, you can change the setting if desired. Your preference will be saved and applied going forward.
• Improvements to the automatic resume of stop & go when using Pilot Assist or adaptive cruise control. This includes a notification informing the driver the functions must be resumed by either pressing the resume button or lightly depressing the accelerator pedal after being at a standstill for more than 10 seconds
• Improvements to Park Assist, including an audible warning starting at a distance of 100 cm from objects. At 70 cm distance to the object a 360° camera view is triggered when in Drive
• Previously, the audible sensor warning was started at 130 cm distance to the object and triggered the 360° camera view at 50 cm distance
• Improvements to Road Sign Information, including a bug fix to prevent the system from reading road signs on nearby railroads and viaducts
• Improvements to the seat belt reminder functionality. The seat belt reminder provides visual and audible alerts when an occupant is unbuckled, particularly at low speeds.

This software update provides general stability improvements to Polestar 2, including:

Improvements valid for model year 2025 or older
The operating system, Android Automotive OS, is upgraded to Android 13. This includes overall infotainment improvements and performance

Improvements valid for model year 2026 or newer

• Improvements to Bluetooth connection and automatic reconnection functionality, including phone book synchronization
• Improvements to Apple CarPlay®, including improved wired connection when connecting an iPhone

Note: Bluetooth device connections may require re-pairing after successful installation of this software version. Please refer to the owner's manual or contact Polestar Support if support is needed during this process

Bug fixes for model year 2026 or newer

• Bug fix for when sound from the audio system was distorted
• Bug fix for when the maps were not displayed in the DIM or CSD

Bug fixes for all Polestar 2 vehicles

• Bug fixes for the rear-view camera
• Bug fix for Range Assistant, including historical data now showing correct consumption figures in 20 km and 40 km views
• When French is selected as system language, the Range Assistant also includes a bug fix for when the app closes automatically
• Note: All historical consumption data will be cleared once this software has been installed

Improvements

• Improvements to battery preconditioning, including the system now acting more dynamically, allowing the conditioning to start earlier and reach a higher temperature to improve overall charging performance
  • To start the preconditioning, a DC fast charger (>70 kW) must be set as the destination in the built-in Google Maps app and the estimated state of charge at arrival must be kept above 7%
  • On long trips with multiple stops, ensure that the charging stop is prioritized and your first stop in the route guidance
• Improvements to the climate system, including a bug fix for an issue where the climate system was sporadically blowing cold air

Software update notes

This software update provides general stability improvements to all Polestar 3 vehicles upgraded with the new core computer.

• HomeLink is introduced. The HomeLink app allows the user to pair and control gate openers, such as garage doors, produced by HomeLink
• As part of Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control, Adapt to Speed Limit is introduced. Adapt to Speed Limit is a new function that allows the driver to accept or reject offers to adapt the set speed limit according to the updated road speed limits
  • The driver can enable Adapt to Speed Limit in the driver settings menu
  • This functionality requires the vehicle to have Road Sign Information activated
• Connected safety introduced, allowing information sharing between vehicles via a cloud service. The function is intended to make a driver aware that there may be a potential traffic situation ahead. Connected Safety can inform the driver when the following hazards are detected beyond the visible horizon:
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  • Slippery road conditions
  • Vehicles with hazard lights activated
• Time gap setting when using Adaptive Cruise Control or Pilot Assist is introduced. The driver can select between three distance levels to vehicles ahead, in the center display, improving comfort when using Adaptive Cruise Control or Pilot Assist.
• Automatic folding and unfolding of exterior mirrors when locking and unlocking the vehicle is introduced
  • Previously, it was only possible to manually fold and unfold the mirrors in settings
• Park Assist Pilot is introduced in vehicles equipped with Pilot Pack
  • Park Assist Pilot supports the driver with automatic parking in parallel parking spots. When driving at low speeds, the function detects suitable parking spaces and available slots will be shown in camera view on the center display. The driver can choose the parking spot and activate automatic parking in the display. The vehicle will then steer and brake under driver supervision
  • When using Park Assist Pilot to exit a parallel parking spot, the driver can select to exit the parking space either to the left or to the right
• In-vehicle communication using voice amplification and built-in microphones is introduced. This feature means front occupants don't need to raise their voices to be heard by rear seat occupants while driving
  • The driver and front seat passenger can speak naturally because their conversation is amplified through the vehicle's speakers, which adjust the output volume at high speeds or with music playing
  • The function is available in three settings (low, medium and high), which adapt the overall volume for all needs, including for hearing impairments
  • In vehicles equipped with Bowers & Wilkins for Polestar, additional rear microphones enable easy communication between front and rear seats, improving this feature further
• Bi-directional charging, V2H, for customers in California is introduced
  • This charging solution uses direct current (DC) and enables V2H (vehicle to home) functionality for Polestar 3 on the 400 V electrical architecture
  • The feature requires a bi-directional compatible DC wallbox available for Polestar 3 provided by Dcbel

Improvements

• Improvements to high-voltage battery consumption when the vehicle is not in use, including prevention of battery consumption while keeping the vehicle's core system active over time while parked

• Improvements to the center display, including the possibility for users to re-order downloaded apps in the app center. To do this, press and hold an app icon, and then drag it to the place you desire

• Improvements to the driver adjustment profile memory, including the exterior mirrors and driver seat to adjust according to saved preferences when switching between profiles

• Improvements to the headlight low beam functionality, including a map data-based prediction of upcoming tunnels. This allows the low beam functionality to activate prior to entering a tunnel during daytime

  • The function is active when the light setting is in Auto

• Improvements to the driver monitoring camera, including the following updates

  • During use of Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control, including assurance from the camera to confirm that the driver is paying attention before allowing the vehicle to follow traffic from standstill. The time allowed for the vehicle to be in standstill before proceeding to follow traffic has been increased
  • If the driver is deemed to be unresponsive, the function is also updated to give distraction warnings even when the Driver Alert setting is turned off

• Improvement to Emergency Stop Assist, including a check-up call to Polestar Connect to ensure driver safety. If the driver intervenes and interrupts the Emergency Stop Assist before the vehicle has been brought to a complete standstill, the call will be disconnected
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• Improvements to Collision Avoidance Side, including function adaptation based on driver awareness to increase robustness for cut in/out scenarios. Driver awareness is taken into consideration when engaging emergency steering functions

  • This also includes function adaptation to intervene in situations where the driver is deemed to be inattentive and while cutting a corner, even when Lane Keeping Aid steering is turned off by the driver

• Improvements to the occupant detection reminder, including adding functionality where the exterior parking lights will be activated to provide a visual warning in addition to the audible warning

• Improvements to the rear luggage compartment lighting, including the light to now activate across all unlocking methods, ensuring consistent visibility regardless of access point