Compare performance (544 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Lotus Emeya?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Polestar 4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,505 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 4 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 17.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.7 kWh/100km for the Lotus Emeya. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 40 km more than the Lotus Emeya.
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 Emeya offers substantially more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lotus Emeya is clearly faster – reaching 256 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 299 Nm more.
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 4 is slightly lighter – 2,230 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 325 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers barely more boot space – 526 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 4 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,536 L, about 148 L more than the Lotus Emeya.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Lotus Emeya 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.
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 Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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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/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
98.9 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
4,840 mm
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
1,534 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 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
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
250 - 256 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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