USA EV Comparison: MG IM5 Performance vs Lucid Air Grand Touring
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) has a starting price of $109900, while the MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is not sold in the United States.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $109900 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $58496 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 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 MG IM5 Performance (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 512 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 357 mi | 548 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 304 mi | 464 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.5 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 31.7 kWh/100 mi | 23.9 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.15 mi/kWh | 4.18 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 10 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 800 V and 900 V, respectively.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 kW, while the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) maxes out at 300 kW.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 19.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 369 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 8.6 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-60 mph acceleration time, but the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 553 kW | 611 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 742 hp | 819 hp |
| Motor Torque | 592 lb-ft | 885 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3 s | 3 s |
| Top Speed | 168 mph | 168 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 194.1 in | 195.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 86.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.2 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 58 in | 55.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in | 116.5 in |
Cargo and Towing
While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) provides more cargo room when the rear seats are folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5066 lb | 5009 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16.1 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 45.6 ft3 | 22.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 0.6 ft3 | 10 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
