Under the Byron Bay Stars with Polestar’s Most Powerful Drive Yet
Driven by Design
By Kiri Johnston | 14th July 2025It started with a scenic drive from the Gold Coast, and ended under the stars at Sun Ranch in the Byron Bay hinterland. The new Polestar 4 arrived with luxury, design, and celestial energy in tow, and the setting couldn’t have been more fitting.
Checking into the Sun Ranch
Hosted at a western-style hideaway with golden light, cold plunges, morning yoga, and sweeping views, the experience was equal parts high-tech and high-vibe. From stargazing astrology sessions to sunrise saunas, it set the tone for a car that’s not just built to move – but to move you.
And the Polestar 4 does exactly that.
As the brand’s fastest production vehicle to date, it delivers 400kW of power and 686Nm of torque. But while the numbers impress, it’s the design that captivates. Sculptural and clean-lined, the SUV coupé silhouette feels futuristic, refined, and unmistakably Scandinavian.
The new Polestar 4
Inside, the innovation continues. The cabin blends advanced tech with fashion-forward sustainability. One standout feature is the Tailored Mist – a 3D-knitted upholstery developed using recycled PET yarn, inspired by sneaker design.
Created in collaboration with the Swedish School of Textiles in Boras, the material is seamless, breathable, and tactile – a far cry from traditional automotive interiors.
Design director Maria Uggla and colour and material designer Komal Singh looked to the footwear world for cues, and the result is a space that feels more boutique than car.
Every surface feels intentional – from the soft-touch textiles to the magnesium finishes. A panoramic glass roof expands the sense of space, while the Harman Kardon sound system and mood-reactive ambient lighting bring atmosphere into play. There’s even a solar-system-inspired interface to match your mood (or, perhaps, your moon sign).
Starry night sky in Bryon Bay
As we gathered around the fire post-dinner, listening to an astrologer decode our birth charts under the stars, the connection became clear. Named after Polaris, the brightest fixed star in the sky, Polestar is more than a badge – it’s a metaphor. A directional marker. A design philosophy. A guiding light for what’s next.
Post dinner at Sun Ranch
And while it’s beautiful, it’s also responsible. The Polestar 4 carries the brand’s lowest carbon footprint ever at 19.4 tonnes COze. Year-on-year, the company has cut overall greenhouse gas emissions by 16.5%, and per-vehicle emissions by 24.7%. They’ve also joined the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), reinforcing their commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainable production.
From tailoring to tech, performance to purpose, the Polestar 4 isn’t just a car – it’s a signal. Quietly confident. Cleverly designed. And completely future facing.
Imagery: @kirijohnston
