Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Grand Touring vs Tesla Model S Plaid
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) has a starting price of €129000, compared to the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), which starts at €109990.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | Lucid Air Grand Touring | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €129000 | €109990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €119889 | €83500 |
| GCC Score | 8.1 | 7.7 |
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 Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…).
| Property | Lucid Air Grand Touring | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 824 km | 578 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 882 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 746 km | 530 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 114 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 111 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.72 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 10 | 8.5 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) features an advanced 900-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 300 kW, while the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) maxes out at 250 kW.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Grand Touring | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 300 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 900 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 10 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Grand Touring | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 611 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 819 hp | 1019 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1200 Nm | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.1 | 8.5 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lucid Air Grand Touring | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) 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.
The Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lucid Air Grand Touring | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2272 kg | 2167 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 709 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | 1739 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | 89 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 6.1 |
