Small upgrades, real difference
The Polestar 2 is a well-sorted car out of the box. The software is polished, the ride is planted, and the interior has a quiet confidence that doesn’t need much help. But there are a handful of small gaps in the ownership experience — things the car doesn’t quite nail — where an inexpensive accessory genuinely improves daily life.
These are the five we’d recommend to any Polestar 2 owner. All are under $50. All are practical rather than decorative. And all address something the factory didn’t quite get right.
1. ShadeSlide™ sun visor extension — from $34.95
The Polestar 2’s factory sun visor doesn’t extend toward the B-pillar, leaving a wide strip of unshaded window that catches low-angle sun directly in the driver’s field of view. It’s one of the most discussed interior complaints among Polestar 2 owners, and for good reason — it’s a daily annoyance on east-west commutes and a genuine safety issue at sunrise and sunset.
ShadeSlide™ is a custom-fit extension precision-engineered for the Polestar 2’s factory visor. It attaches without tools or adhesive, extends coverage to the B-pillar, and clips flat against the visor when not in use. Printed in PETG in the USA, rated to 80°C. Available individually for driver or passenger side, or as a set.
2. Frunk organizer / cargo net
The Polestar 2’s frunk (front trunk) is a genuinely useful space — but without any organization, items roll around freely and cables get tangled. A simple cargo net or purpose-built organizer insert keeps charging cables, emergency kit items, and groceries in place. Several Polestar community members have designed and sell purpose-built frunk organizers on Etsy that fit the P2’s specific dimensions. Worth the $15–25 investment if you use the frunk regularly.
3. Center console organizer tray
The Polestar 2’s center console is spacious but essentially a single open bin. Small items — keys, cards, change, a USB cable — disappear into the bottom and rattle around. An insert tray divides the space into useful compartments. Several Polestar-specific designs are available on Etsy and Amazon for $15–30, and the better ones are 3D-printed in PETG to match the interior’s dark aesthetic.
4. Door pocket liner
The Polestar 2’s door pockets are deep and functional but have no liner, which means the surface gets marked up quickly by keys, water bottles, and phones. A fitted liner protects the pocket and makes it easier to clean. Available in silicone or 3D-printed PETG for $10–25 and makes a noticeable difference to the interior’s long-term condition.
5. Wireless charging pad grip
The Polestar 2’s wireless charging pad is well-placed but has a slick surface that lets phones slide around on anything other than flat road. A textured silicone pad or grip insert keeps your phone in place and protects the charging surface from scratches. Cost: $8–15, available in several colors.
The common thread
All five accessories address the same thing: small gaps in the factory experience that add up to daily friction. The sun visor is the one we’d fix first — not because it’s the most fun upgrade, but because it affects driving safety and comfort every single time the sun is out. Start there.
→ Start with the visor gap — shop ShadeSlide™ from $34.95 at shadeslide.com