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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

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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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 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 electric range, the Polestar 4 performs slight better – achieving up to 620 km, about 50 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

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.

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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 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 in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre is clearly superior overall 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 4
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 4

4.8 (5 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

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 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.