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Lexus RC vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 67,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Polestar 3?

Lexus RC vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • noticeably lighter
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Polestar 3

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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Polestar 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 67,600 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,700 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 216 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Lexus RC takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers substantially more torque with 870 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Polestar 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is noticeably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,315 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more boot space – 484 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries a bit more – 645 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 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 Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 601 - 647 km
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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
67,600 - 91,600 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 kg
Payload
605 - 645 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Polestar
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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