How Active Air Suspension Elevates Daily Driving in Phoenix, AZ

Polestar Scottsdale - How Active Air Suspension Elevates Daily Driving in Phoenix, AZ

Electric SUVs often promise comfort and control, yet very few deliver both with the consistency you need across real-world roads. The Polestar 3 stands out by pairing a rigid platform with dual chamber active air suspension that adapts 500 times per second, smoothing broken pavement, taming speed humps, and lowering at speed to reduce aerodynamic drag. In a region where the same route can include freeway expansion joints, construction zones, and long desert sweepers, this suspension works quietly in the background so you enjoy the same balanced ride and confident handling from the first mile to the last.

What makes it more compelling is how seamlessly the chassis, steering, and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive integrate with that suspension. The Polestar 3 offers Standard, Nimble, and Firm ride settings, allowing quick tailoring to your preference. True torque vectoring on the rear axle adds precision on curvy routes by sending power to the wheel with more grip, while the steering can be set to Standard, Firm, or Light to match effort to mood. It all adds up to an SUV that feels intuitively composed without isolating you from the road—an uncommon achievement at any price point.

• Active Air Suspension: Dual chamber system adapts 500 times per second, lowers at speed, and includes a loading mode.
• Chassis Geometry: Double wishbone front and integral link rear deliver stability and agility in equal measure.
• Brakes: Brake-by-wire Brembo performance brakes provide confident, consistent stopping power with ventilated discs.
• Steering Feel: Three selectable weights—Standard, Firm, Light—let you choose effort and feedback.
• Traction: True torque vectoring on the rear axle sharpens turn-in and improves cornering grip.

Technology enhances the driving experience without distracting from it. The 14.5-inch center display runs Android Automotive OS with Google built-in, so Google Maps can plan battery-minded routes while Google Assistant voice control keeps your hands on the wheel. Over-the-air updates continually refine vehicle systems, including suspension and powertrain logic. For music lovers, the available Bowers & Wilkins for Polestar system integrates 25 speakers, Dolby Atmos, 3D Surround Sound, headrest speakers, and Active road noise cancellation—an outstanding match for a quiet, well-damped chassis that already silences wind and tire roar.

Comfort, of course, matters as much as control. The Polestar 3’s panoramic roof uses laminated acoustic glass that filters 99.5% of UV radiation, helping the climate system work efficiently in year-round sunshine. CleanZone® filtration is standard, and the available Advanced Air Cleaner removes PM2.5 particulates, viruses, and pollen. With the Plus pack and Nappa upgrade, front seats can add ventilation, massage, and powered side bolsters, while rear passengers enjoy available heating and their own climate controls. Combined with a flat floor and generous spacing between rows, every seat feels first class.

Below are quick answers to questions shoppers often ask when assessing how this suspension and platform transform daily driving.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How does the active air suspension change the way the Polestar 3 drives?

It continuously adapts to the road surface and driving inputs, controlling pitch, roll, and ride height to maintain composure. The result is calm ride quality on rough streets and planted handling on fast roads.

Can I choose a softer or firmer ride for different trips?

Yes. Standard, Nimble, and Firm settings let you prioritize comfort or control, and the system automatically lowers at highway speed to improve efficiency and stability.

Will the Polestar 3 feel engaging or isolated?

Engaging. True torque vectoring, precise steering, and a low center of gravity work with the suspension to provide connection without harshness.

What role do the brakes play in overall confidence?

Brembo performance brakes with brake-by-wire offer consistent pedal feel and short, repeatable stops, even in spirited driving or changing temperatures.

How do infotainment and updates support the driving experience?

Google built-in with Google Maps and Google Assistant streamlines navigation and voice control, while over-the-air updates refine systems over time—no service visit needed.

If you want to feel how a modern performance SUV should ride, visit us for a test drive. We are Polestar Scottsdale, serving Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Phoenix with product specialists who understand how to tailor features like the Plus pack, Pilot Assist, and Performance pack to your needs. From confident freeway merges to quiet nighttime drives, this SUV’s suspension and chassis deliver the rare combination of smoothness, precision, and driver confidence that makes every mile feel thoughtfully engineered.

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