Polestar 2 (Long Range) in New Hampshire
Home charging at 24.07¢/kWh (EIA). 31 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 49¢/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 New Hampshire fuel price ($3.10/gal).
| Annual mileage | Polestar 2 (Long Range) (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $448 | $664 | $465 | $217 |
| 10,000 mi | $746 | $1107 | $775 | $361 |
| 12,000 mi | $895 | $1329 | $930 | $433 |
| 15,000 mi | $1119 | $1661 | $1163 | $541 |
| 20,000 mi | $1492 | $2214 | $1550 | $722 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in New Hampshire runs about 2.0× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1823 vs $895 at home — a $927 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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire (current) | 24.07¢ | $3.10 | $7.46 | $3.61 |
| Vermont | 21.78¢ | $3.30 | $6.75 | $5.03 |
| Maine | 25.59¢ | $3.20 | $7.93 | $3.50 |
| Massachusetts | 28.85¢ | $3.30 | $8.94 | $2.84 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 31 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 320 miles
- Make / model: Polestar 2
Other EVs in New Hampshire
Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a Polestar 2 (Long Range) at home in New Hampshire?
- About $7.46 per 100 miles at the New Hampshire residential electricity rate of 24.07¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $11.07 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$433.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in New Hampshire?
- Public DC fast charging in New Hampshire averages ~49¢/kWh — that's 2.0× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $15.19 at public chargers vs $7.46 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 New Hampshire?
- New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
- 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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