USA EV Comparison: Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) vs Lucid Air Grand Touring
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) has a starting price of $120000, compared to the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…), which starts at $109900.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $120000 | $109900 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $58496 |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 8.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...).
| Property | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 512 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi | 548 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 250 mi | 464 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 102 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 100 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 40 kWh/100 mi | 23.9 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.5 mi/kWh | 4.18 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.7 | 10 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 800 V and 900 V, respectively.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) maxes out at 300 kW.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is limited to 19.2 kW.
| Property | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 19.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 350 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 675 kW | 611 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 905 hp | 819 hp |
| Motor Torque | 726 lb-ft | 885 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 2.7 s | 3 s |
| Top Speed | 159 mph | 168 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.9 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 202.3 in | 195.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 88.2 in | 86.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 78.9 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 55.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.8 in | 116.5 in |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5842 lb | 5009 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 18 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 22.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.6 ft3 | 10 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.1 |
