Lucid Air Sapphire vs Drako Motors GTE First Edition
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) has a starting price of $249000, compared to the Drako Motors GTE First Edition (2020-…), which starts at .
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Drako Motors GTE First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | $249000 | - Price USA (New) |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Drako Motors GTE First Edition (2020-…).
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Drako Motors GTE First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 427 mi | 250 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 435 mi | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 388 mi | 237 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 85.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 30.4 kWh/100 mi | 36.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.29 mi/kWh | 2.77 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.8 | 5.2 |
Charging
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Drako Motors GTE First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.2 kW | 15 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 300 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 900 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 10 | 7.1 |
Performance
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Drako Motors GTE First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | 4 motors: 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 908 kW | 895 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1218 hp | 1200 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1431 lb-ft | 6500 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 1.9 s | 2.9 s |
| Top Speed | 205 mph | 206 mph |
| Performance Score | 9.7 | 9.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Drako Motors GTE First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 197 in | 201 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.4 in | 81.3 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 51.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 124.4 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Drako Motors GTE First Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 5336 lb | 5300 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16.1 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 22.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 10 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 4.9 |
