Lexus LC vs Polestar 5

The Lexus LC starts from $198,400 before on-road costs, while the Polestar 5 opens at $193,100. That makes the Polestar 5 the more affordable entry point by $5,300.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $218,240 and $212,410 respectively.

The Polestar 5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Lexus LC, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Lexus LC features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 8-inch digital dash, while the Polestar 5 gets a 14.5-inch display and 9-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Lexus LC stands out with wireless charging, ventilated seats and Mark Levinson audio that you will not find on the Polestar 5. The Polestar 5 counters with V2L and Bowers & Wilkins audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Lexus LC gets semi-aniline leather upholstery while the Polestar 5 offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Lexus LC and 4-zone in the Polestar 5.

The Lexus LC uses a Petrol producing 351kW and 540Nm of torque, sent through a 10-speed auto to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 4.7 seconds.

The Polestar 5 responds with a Electric Motor making 650kW and 1015Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 3.2 seconds.

The Polestar 5 has the clear power advantage at 650kW vs 351kW. In the real-world sprint, the Polestar 5 is 1.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Lexus LC measures 4,770mm long on a 2,870mm wheelbase, 317mm shorter than the Polestar 5 at 5,087mm (3,054mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Polestar 5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 197L in the Lexus LC and 365L in the Polestar 5, giving the Polestar 5 a 168L advantage. The Polestar 5 seats 5 vs 4.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Lexus LC) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Polestar 5). Both match on warranty length.