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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
53100 - 59900 £
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Price
85700 - 138000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
109 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
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2230 - 2355 kg
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Curb weight
2565 - 2745 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4840 mm
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Length
5103 mm
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Width
2008 mm
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Width
2060 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Height
1630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1536 L
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Max trunk capacity
1532 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 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
272 - 544 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
343 - 686 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
200 - 400 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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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.