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Polestar 3 vs Lotus Eletre - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (517 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (67400 £ vs 85700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Lotus Eletre?

Polestar 3

Lotus Eletre

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 3 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 67400 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18343 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 3: with 17.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Lotus Eletre with 22.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.90 kWh.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 performs somewhat better – achieving up to 706 km, about 136 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 has a decisively edge – offering 918 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Eletre performs noticeable better – reaching 265 km/h, while the Polestar 3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Eletre pulls minimal stronger with 985 Nm compared to 910 Nm. That’s about 75 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, Lotus Eletre is slight lighter – 2565 kg compared to 2575 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly perceptible more room – 688 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Lotus Eletre performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1532 L, which is about 121 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, Polestar 3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 496 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre 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.

Polestar 3
Lotus Eletre

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from about £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km

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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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 3
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
67400 - 79000 £
Price
85700 - 138000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Curb weight
2565 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4900 mm
Length
5103 mm
Width
1935 mm
Width
2060 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Height
1630 mm
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Max trunk capacity
1532 L
Payload
285 - 496 kg
Payload
405 - 485 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
299 - 517 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Lotus
What drive types are available for the Polestar 3?

The Polestar 3 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.