Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Sapphire vs Audi e-tron GT RS
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) has a starting price of €250000, compared to the Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…), which starts at €147500.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €250000 | €147500 |
| GCC Score | 8 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…).
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 687 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 700 km | 598 km |
| Range (GCC) | 624 km | 491 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 105 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 97 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 19.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.29 km/kWh | 5.06 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.7 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 900 V and 800 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 Sapphire (2023-…) maxes out at 300 kW.
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 300 kW | 320 kW |
| Architecture | 900 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 8.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 908 kW | 630 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1218 hp | 845 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1940 Nm | 865 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2 s | 2.8 s |
| Top Speed | 330 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.7 | 7.7 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) and Audi e-tron GT RS (2024-…) are about the same size.
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5005 mm | 4997 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2158 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1990 mm | 1964 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) 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 in the EU.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Audi e-tron GT RS |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2420 kg | 2395 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | 77 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
