USA EV Comparison: Lucid Air Touring vs Audi e-tron GT RS Performance
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) has a starting price of , compared to the Audi e-tron GT RS Performance (2024-…), which starts at $167000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Audi e-tron GT RS Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $167000 |
| Price USA (Used) | $65097 | $108999 |
| GCC Score | 7.9 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi e-tron GT RS Performance (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Audi e-tron GT RS Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 406 mi | 278 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 mi | 368 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 377 mi | 291 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 94 kWh | 105 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 92 kWh | 97 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 24.4 kWh/100 mi | 33.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.1 mi/kWh | 3 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.8 | 6.8 |
Charging
The Audi e-tron GT RS Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) maxes out at 250 kW.
The Lucid Air 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 Performance (2024-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Audi e-tron GT RS Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.2 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 320 kW |
| Architecture | - Architecture | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 9.3 | 8.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi e-tron GT RS Performance (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Audi e-tron GT RS Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 462 kW | 680 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 620 hp | 912 hp |
| Motor Torque | 885 lb-ft | 757 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.4 s | 2.4 s |
| Top Speed | 140 mph | 155 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 8 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) and Audi e-tron GT RS Performance (2024-…) are about the same size.
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Audi e-tron GT RS Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 195.9 in | 196.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.4 in | 85 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 76.2 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 114.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Lucid Air 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 | Lucid Air Touring | Audi e-tron GT RS Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 4988 lb | 5280 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16.1 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 22.1 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 10 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5 |
