Polestar, the Swedish electric car brand, will launch its new Polestar 5 in Gran Turismo 7 for PlayStation 4 and 5 in December 2025, following a sneak peek at the GT World Series in Los Angeles.
This collaboration with Polyphony Digital aimed to create an accurate digital version of the car, with Kazunori Yamauchi, producer of Gran Turismo, emphasizing the elegance of Polestar’s designs. Professional driver Igor Fraga tested prototype Polestar 5 models, providing valuable feedback to ensure the digital experience mirrors the real car’s handling.
Joakim Rydholm, Polestar’s head of driving dynamics, noted that the partnership focused on delivering a true driving experience. The Gran Turismo series, known for its visual fidelity and realism, will host a special time trial event with the winner receiving a trip to Fukuoka, Japan, for the 2025 GT World Series Finals.
A documentary detailing the development process of the Polestar 5 will be available on Polestar’s YouTube channel when the time trial begins.
Watch the Brands Hatch launch video…
Key Points…
- Polestar 5 in Gran Turismo 7: Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle brand, will launch its new Polestar 5 in the popular racing game Gran Turismo 7 for PlayStation 4 and 5 in December 2025, following a preview at the GT World Series in Los Angeles.
- Creating an Accurate Digital Version: Polestar partnered with Polyphony Digital to create a highly realistic digital version of the Polestar 5, with expert input to ensure it accurately reflects the real car’s handling and design.
- Focus on Driving Experience: Polestar’s head of driving dynamics stressed that the partnership aimed to provide an authentic driving experience in the game, mirroring the car’s true performance.
- Special Time Trial Event and Prize: A time trial event will be held in the game, with the winner earning a trip to Fukuoka, Japan, to attend the 2025 GT World Series Finals, encouraging player participation.
- Documentary and Launch Content: A documentary about the development of the Polestar 5 will be available on YouTube, along with a launch video showing the car at Brands Hatch for fans to watch.
