Polestar 2 (Long Range) in Louisiana
Home charging at 12.20¢/kWh (EIA). 31 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 38¢/kWh avg.
EV vs gas car — annual fuel cost
The Polestar 2 (Long Range) at home rates compared against a typical 28-mpg gas car and a 40-mpg hybrid at the Louisiana fuel price ($2.90/gal).
| Annual mileage | Polestar 2 (Long Range) (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $227 | $621 | $435 | $395 |
| 10,000 mi | $378 | $1036 | $725 | $658 |
| 12,000 mi | $454 | $1243 | $870 | $789 |
| 15,000 mi | $567 | $1554 | $1088 | $986 |
| 20,000 mi | $756 | $2071 | $1450 | $1315 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in Louisiana runs about 3.1× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1414 vs $454 at home — a $960 penalty. Apartment dwellers and road-trippers should price this in; daily commuters with home Level 2 can usually ignore public chargers.
DC fast rate is a network average (Electrify America + EVgo + Tesla Supercharger + ChargePoint). Real prices vary by location, time of day, and membership tier.
EV incentives in Louisiana
Louisiana does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. Federal Section 30D credit of $7,500 still applies for qualifying vehicles (US-assembled with sourced battery components, MSRP cap, household income cap). Check the EV tax credit eligibility list for your vehicle. Some utilities offer charger installation rebates — check with your local utility.
Same vehicle in neighboring states
How Polestar 2 (Long Range) cost compares in Louisiana's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana (current) | 12.20¢ | $2.90 | $3.78 | $6.58 |
| Arkansas | 12.73¢ | $2.85 | $3.95 | $6.23 |
| Mississippi | 13.59¢ | $2.85 | $4.21 | $5.97 |
| Texas | 15.27¢ | $2.85 | $4.73 | $5.44 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 31 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 320 miles
- Make / model: Polestar 2
Other EVs in Louisiana
Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a Polestar 2 (Long Range) at home in Louisiana?
- About $3.78 per 100 miles at the Louisiana residential electricity rate of 12.20¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $10.36 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$789.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in Louisiana?
- Public DC fast charging in Louisiana averages ~38¢/kWh — that's 3.1× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $11.78 at public chargers vs $3.78 at home. For daily commuting, home charging pays off. Public fast charging is for road trips and apartment dwellers without home charging access.
- Are there EV incentives in Louisiana?
- Louisiana does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. The federal Section 30D tax credit ($7,500) still applies for qualifying vehicles, and your utility may run separate charger-installation rebates.
- Does winter weather affect charging cost in Louisiana?
- Yes — cold weather can reduce EV efficiency by 15-30% (battery + heater draw). The numbers above use EPA combined ratings; budget +20% for sustained sub-freezing temps. Winter range drop is most pronounced for northern states.
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