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Lexus NX vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Polestar 4?

Lexus NX vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 4

4.8 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Lexus NX is slightly cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,029 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 548 km more than the Lexus NX.

4

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 4 offers clearly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 252 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

NX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus NX is markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus NX offers very slightly more boot space – 545 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus NX carries somewhat more – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £53,100
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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
Lexus NX
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Lexus NX
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Polestar
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