Lucid Air Sapphire vs Tesla Model S Plaid
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
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 Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…), which starts at €109990.
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Plaid (2021-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (New) | €250000 | €109990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €83500 |
| GCC Score | 8.2 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 687 km | 578 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 700 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 624 km | 530 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.29 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.8 | 8.6 |
Charging
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | 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
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | 3 motors: PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 908 kW | 760 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1218 hp | 1019 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1940 Nm | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 330 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Performance Score | 9.7 | 9.5 |
Dimensions
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5005 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2189 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Lucid Air Sapphire | Tesla Model S Plaid |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2420 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 | 5.2 | 6.2 |
