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Polestar 2 vs Lotus Eletre comparison
Compare performance (476 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Lotus Eletre?
Polestar 2 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences
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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.
Polestar 2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,543 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is considerably more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 7.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 89 km more than the Lotus Eletre.
Eletre
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 442 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is clearly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers markedly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm more.
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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, Polestar 2 is visibly lighter – 2,069 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers considerably more boot space – 688 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,532 L, about 437 L more than the Polestar 2.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lotus Eletre 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 £85,700
Lotus Eletre
Polestar 2
Lotus Eletre
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Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.
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Lotus Eletre
The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
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Polestar 2
Lotus Eletre
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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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
Sedan
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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
4
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Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4,606 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
412 - 421 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
299 - 476 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
220 - 350 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
Lotus
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