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Lotus Eletre vs Polestar 4 Coupé
Selected trimRear motorChange trim385 mi · 100 kWh · £56,750
At a glance
In this comparison, Lotus Eletre leads on charging speed, while the Polestar 4 Coupé leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Polestar 4 Coupé 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Polestar 4 Coupé leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValuePolestar
Lotus
4.4
Polestar
6.2
Motorway Range
Lotus
6.7
Polestar
6.3
Too close to call
FamilyPolestar
Lotus
5
Polestar
6.4
ChargingLotus
Lotus
9.3
Polestar
8.2
Cost Per MilePolestar
Lotus
1.5
Polestar
3.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £86,885 | £56,750 (better) |
| Official range | 373 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 611 L (better) | 526 L |
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Lotus Eletre
Polestar 4 Coupé
Length
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Polestar 4 Coupé4,840mm-263mm
Width
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Polestar 4 Coupé2,008mm-11mm
Height
Lotus Eletre1,630mm
Polestar 4 Coupé1,534mm-96mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,103 mm | 4,840 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,019 mm | 2,008 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,231 mm | 2,139 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,534 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 381 mm spare | 392 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 611 L (better) | 526 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1532 L | Not available |
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 4 Coupé
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lotus Eletre 600 |  Polestar 4 Coupé Rear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.10m | 4.84m-263mm |
| Width | 2.02m | 2.01m-11mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.23m | 2.14m-92mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.53m-96mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.02m | 3.00m-20mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 166mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 611L (better) | 526L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1532L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.64m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,640kg | 2,230kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 112kWh (better) | 100kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 373 mi | 385 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 367kW (better) | 200kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £86,885 | £56,750 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Coupe 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
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| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 373 miles | 385 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 311 miles | 321 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 367 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Home AC charging | 22 kW (better) | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 109 kWh (better) | 100 kWh |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.5 sec | Not available |
| Power | 450 kW (better) | 200 kW |
| Torque | 710 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
Polestar 4 Coupé
Rear motor
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 4 Coupé Rear motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Lotus Eletre600 | Polestar 4 CoupéRear 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 4 Coupé
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Polestar 4 Coupé
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lotus Eletre worth the extra £30,135 over the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Lotus Eletre costs £30,135 more than the Polestar 4 Coupé. For that premium it adds 167 kW faster peak rapid charging, 85 litres more boot space and 250 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Polestar 4 Coupé comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lotus Eletre or the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The Polestar 4 Coupé is £30,135 cheaper to buy. The Polestar 4 Coupé is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £208 for the Lotus Eletre, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Polestar 4 Coupé comes out roughly £30,295 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 4 Coupé like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre and 321 miles for the Polestar 4 Coupé - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lotus Eletre or the Polestar 4 Coupé?
The two are within 11 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 392 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 4 Coupé and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .