Compare performance (544 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (53,100 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 4 or Lucid Air?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Polestar 4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,800 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 4.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 262 km more than the Polestar 4.
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 Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 707 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is noticeably faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Polestar 4 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 686 Nm. That’s about 1,254 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is only slightly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers a bit more boot space – 627 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries clearly more – 588 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.
The Lucid Air is far ahead 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 Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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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
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Sedan
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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
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4,840 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,534 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,536 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 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
325 - 920 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
2,022 - 2,024
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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
Lucid
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