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Polestar 2 vs Lotus Emeya – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Lotus Emeya?

Polestar 2

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Lotus Emeya

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Polestar 2 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42000 £, while the Lotus Emeya costs 92600 £. That’s a price difference of around 50571 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 2: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Lotus Emeya with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.90 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 2 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 659 km, about 79 km more than the Lotus Emeya.

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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 Lotus Emeya has a significantly edge – offering 918 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 442 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.80 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.20 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emeya performs slightly better – reaching 256 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 51 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emeya pulls evident stronger with 985 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Polestar 2 is noticeable lighter – 2015 kg compared to 2555 kg. The difference is around 540 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly perceptible more room – 509 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lotus Emeya performs noticeable better – up to 1388 L, which is about 293 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Emeya evident takes the win – 545 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lotus Emeya proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lotus Emeya is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Polestar 2
Lotus Emeya

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Lotus Emeya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 - 22.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 485 - 580 km
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Polestar 2

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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 Emeya

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.

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Reviews Polestar 2

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Costs and Consumption
Price
42000 - 57400 £
Price
92600 - 138000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Electric Range
485 - 580 km
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
Battery Capacity
98.90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2015 - 2188 kg
Curb weight
2555 - 2650 kg
Trunk capacity
405 L
Trunk capacity
509 L
Length
4606 mm
Length
5139 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
2005 mm
Height
1473 - 1479 mm
Height
1459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1095 L
Max trunk capacity
1388 L
Payload
375 - 421 kg
Payload
450 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
Max Speed
205 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Lotus

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Is the Polestar 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 2 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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