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Lexus ES vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Polestar 3?

Lexus ES vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter

Polestar 3

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lexus ES is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,777 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is a bit faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is significantly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 895 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers very slightly more boot space – 484 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries barely more – 496 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 567 - 706 km
Lexus ES
Polestar 3

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Lexus ES
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
co2
115 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Polestar
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