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Polestar 3 vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Lotus Eletre?

Polestar 3 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Polestar 3

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Polestar 3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 67,600 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,077 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is visibly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 77 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

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 Eletre offers visibly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers a bit more torque with 985 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 115 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 3 is somewhat lighter – 2,315 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers markedly more boot space – 688 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre comes out modestly 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 £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/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
Polestar 3
Lotus Eletre

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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
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
-
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
-
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Lotus
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