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Polestar 2 vs Lotus Emeya comparison
Compare performance (476 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (45,200 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 2 or Lotus Emeya?
Polestar 2 vs Lotus Emeya: 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 Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,400 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 79 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
Emeya
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 Lotus Emeya offers clearly 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 Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is slightly faster – 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: the Lotus Emeya delivers visibly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 245 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Polestar 2 is visibly lighter – 2,069 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 486 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emeya offers markedly more boot space – 509 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Lotus Emeya offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,388 L, about 293 L more than the Polestar 2.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries noticeably more – 545 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
from £92,600
Lotus Emeya
Polestar 2
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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 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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Polestar 2
Lotus Emeya
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
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Price
92,600 - 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
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98.9 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
4,606 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
412 - 421 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 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
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 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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