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Polestar 4 vs Lotus Eletre - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (544 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (53100 £ vs 85700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Lotus Eletre?

Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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Lotus Eletre

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

4 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

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 4 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 53100 £, while the Lotus Eletre costs 85700 £. That’s a price difference of around 32648 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 4: with 17.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the Lotus Eletre with 22.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.70 kWh.

As for range, the Polestar 4 performs slight better – achieving up to 620 km, about 50 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre @ Lotus Cars

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 Eletre has a clearly edge – offering 918 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Eletre performs noticeable better – reaching 265 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Eletre pulls evident stronger with 985 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm difference.

4 @ Polestar Automotive Holding

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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Polestar 4 is to a small extent lighter – 2230 kg compared to 2565 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers evident more room – 688 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1536 L, which is about 4 L more than the Lotus Eletre.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Eletre slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lotus Eletre proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lotus Eletre is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £85,700
Eletre @ Lotus Cars

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 4
Lotus Eletre

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Polestar 4

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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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 4
Lotus Eletre
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Eletre @ Lotus Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
53100 - 59900 £
Price
85700 - 138000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
94 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
2230 - 2355 kg
Curb weight
2565 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
526 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4840 mm
Length
5103 mm
Width
2008 mm
Width
2060 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1630 mm
Max trunk capacity
1536 L
Max trunk capacity
1532 L
Payload
455 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
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 400 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
Is the Polestar 4 offered with different drivetrains?

The Polestar 4 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.