SW17LS

A tesla doesn't idle. It can "idly sit" but it doesn't idle in the way that term is used to describe a car idling.

EZZ

Since a Tesla is never "off", i guess it idle's constantly in my garage

AMIRZA786

When cruising yes, but when you have to pass or speed up you can hear the engine, especially if a downshift happens. In an EV all you hear is a slight hum when you accelerate, even hard. I agree about the wind noise, it's more noticeable in an EV. Noises from bumps and road imperfections as well

703

Has there been any tests done?

703

When its in your garage. It’s off as the high voltage relay is disconnected. 😀

703

If you use that term in an actual conversation instead of literature I can guarantee people will roflol.

Toys4RJill

Sorry friend. Hope no offence was taken I would consider a Polestar 2 an entry level luxury sedan where I am....or least it is priced that way. It starts at $6000 more than a Lexus IS. I tried to find some stats on the DB of your Polestar but nothing is stated. You can see here a Lexus hybrid at idle is quieter than a Tesla at idle as both would not be running...so items like wind noise, drag, HVAC fan noise etc etc all come into play. https://www.auto-decibel-db.com/index_kmh.html. A 2013 LS600h rings in at 60.3db at 70mph

EZZ

A Tesla isn't a luxury car and not all EVs are Tesla. Given same insulation, an EV will be quieter because the powertrain makes no noise.

Car and Driver tested a 330e vs. an ICE 3 series and measured the decibels at idle. It was 30 for the EV vs. 43 for the ICE...same car, different powertrain. At the higher speeds, wind noise dominates the powertrains in steady cruising.

bitkahuna

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i know you apologized, but please don't make sweeping statements and lumping all EV owners as a 'brigade'. it's inflammatory, unnecessary, and inaccurate.

Toys4RJill

No problem. It was bad choice of words.

AMIRZA786

Oh no, I shouldn't of snapped at you, my apologies. Actually the Polestar 2 is priced very similar to an IS350 F-Sport. Last year I had the following vehicles on my list to buy: 2021 IS350 F-Sport, 2021 Tesla Model 3 long range, and Polestar 2. I ruled out the M3 due to not liking the simplistic interior. I priced out the IS350 F-Sport and it was $44,609 MSRP and the Polestar 2 with the dual motors which was $45,900 MSRP (before the federal tax credits). Both were priced OTD with tax and license very similar, maybe $1K or $2K difference. Both had similar build quality, of course the Lexus had the better seats and interior, but Polestar had the better drivetrain, power and performance and "fuel economy" (23 mpg vs 85 mpg). Also I had made a conscious decision I was going to move to EV's.

It is true that due to lack engine sounds things like wind and road noise are more pronounced, but it's still a pretty quiet car. It has very good sound proofing, and the tires are padded so they don't make too much road noise. You do hear bumps suspension noise much more, but it's definitely quieter than my 2010 IS350. Just keep in mind that the Polestar is not a luxury car, its more a sporty economy 4 door fastback

SW17LS

Very faintly in the LS because the engine is so isolated. That doesnt make up for the higher road and wind noise in a Tesla.

Nobody is going to describe a Tesla as "idling".

Toys4RJill

No worries. The discussion got a little electrified and now is "hush hush" the decibel level are quiet....Things happen....families fight.

Somehow....someone has 4Runner vs Polestar 1 comparison.

How?

AMIRZA786

I'm not sure why they are comparing it the Polestar 1 lol. That's a Supercharged, Turbocharged 4 cylinder Plug-in dual motor hybrid, MSRP $155K. Not bad power figures, 619 hp/737 ft-lbs torque, but it's a luxury sports Sedan. This car actually peaked my interest in Polestar

heidihidin

msrp $155k?