Polestar 5 vs Eletre R
Polestar · Lotus
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Eletre R beats the Polestar 5 comfortably, finishing 0.42 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Eletre R thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Polestar 5 is $120,000 vs $155,000 for the Eletre R — a $35,000 gap. Power: Eletre R makes 34 hp more (871 vs 905). 0–100 km/h: Eletre R is 0.25s quicker (3.2s vs 2.95s). Top speed: Eletre R runs to 265 km/h, 15 km/h higher than Polestar 5.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polestar 5 or the Eletre R?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Eletre R is faster, beating the Polestar 5 by 0.42 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polestar 5 vs the Eletre R?
The Polestar 5 hits 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds, while the Eletre R does it in 2.95 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polestar 5 produces 871 hp; the Eletre R produces 905 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polestar 5 tops out at 250 km/h, and the Eletre R reaches 265 km/h.
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