USA EV Comparison: Audi e-tron GT RS 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 $114900, while the Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Audi e-tron GT RS | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $114900 |
| 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 Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…).
| Property | Audi e-tron GT RS | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 512 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 372 mi | 548 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 305 mi | 464 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 97 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 31.8 kWh/100 mi | 23.9 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.14 mi/kWh | 4.18 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 10 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 800 V and 900 V, respectively.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 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 Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Audi e-tron GT RS | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW | 19.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 320 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 8.2 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Audi e-tron GT RS | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 630 kW | 611 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 845 hp | 819 hp |
| Motor Torque | 638 lb-ft | 885 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 2.7 s | 3 s |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 168 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.7 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) and Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi e-tron GT RS | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 196.7 in | 195.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 85 in | 86.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.3 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 116.5 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Audi e-tron GT RS | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5280 lb | 5009 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 12.4 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 12.4 ft3 | 22.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.7 ft3 | 10 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.1 |
