Compare performance (918 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (92,600 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emeya or Polestar 4?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Polestar 4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,505 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers barely more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 40 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
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 Lotus Emeya offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Polestar 4 is slightly lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers marginally more boot space – 526 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Lotus Emeya 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.
The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
detailsThe 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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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
5,139 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,005 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Payload
455 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Power kW
200 - 400 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Polestar
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