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Lotus Eletre vs Polestar 3
Selected trimRear motorChange trim375 mi · 92 kWh · £76,540
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Eletre leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Polestar 3 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Polestar 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Eletre leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValuePolestar
Lotus
4.4
Polestar
5.4
Motorway RangeLotus
Lotus
6.7
Polestar
5
FamilyPolestar
Lotus
5
Polestar
6.8
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.3
Polestar
8.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Lotus Eletre
600
- 127 litres more boot space
- 57 kW faster rapid charging
- 205 kW more power
- 3.0s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £86,885 | £76,540 (better) |
| Official range | 373 miles | 375 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 611 L (better) | 484 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 22 min |
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Eletre
Polestar 3
Length
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Polestar 34,900mm-203mm
Width
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Polestar 31,968mm-51mm
Height
Lotus Eletre1,630mm
Polestar 31,622mm-8mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,900 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,019 mm | 1,968 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,231 mm | 2,120 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,622 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 381 mm spare | 432 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 611 L (better) | 484 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1532 L (better) | 1411 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Polestar 3
- 375 mile WLTP range, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 310 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,900 mm, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lotus Eletre 600 |  Polestar 3 Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.10m | 4.90m-203mm |
| Width | 2.02m | 1.97m-51mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.23m | 2.12m-111mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.62m-8mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.02m | 2.98m-34mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 208mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 611L (better) | 484L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1532L (better) | 1411L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,640kg | 2,357kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 112kWh (better) | 92kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi | 375 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 367kW (better) | 310kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £86,885 | £76,540 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 373 miles | 375 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 311 miles (better) | 257 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 22 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 367 kW (better) | 310 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 176 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 109 kWh (better) | 92 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
| Power | 450 kW (better) | 245 kW |
| Torque | 710 Nm (better) | 480 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
Polestar 3
Rear motor
7.1/10
average across 6 reviews
- Autocar4/5
- Electrifying.com8/10
- DrivingElectric4/5
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Lotus Eletre
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £62,599 | £46,990 |
| Average used price | £62,799 | £48,545 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 7 listings (better) | 3 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £24,086 below new | £27,995 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Polestar 3 Rear motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 3Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Lotus Eletre
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Polestar 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Polestar 3
- £9,4902023Anchor CarsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Eletre worth the extra £10,345 over the Polestar 3?
The Lotus Eletre costs £10,345 more than the Polestar 3. For that premium it adds 57 kW faster peak rapid charging, 127 litres more boot space and 205 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Lotus Eletre comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lotus Eletre or the Polestar 3?
The Polestar 3 is £10,345 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £192 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Polestar 3 comes out roughly £10,425 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Lotus Eletre and Polestar 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre and 257 miles for the Polestar 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Lotus Eletre goes roughly 53 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Eletre or the Polestar 3?
The Polestar 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 51 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 432 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 3 and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
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