Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Touring vs Tesla Model 3 Mid Range
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General Info
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €99000. The Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2018-2020 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €99000 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 8 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020).
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 661 km | 425 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 725 km | 457 km |
| Range (GCC) | 609 km | 396 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 94 kWh | 65 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 92 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.62 km/kWh | 6.39 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.9 | 7.6 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) maxes out at 200 kW.
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) is limited to 7.7 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 7.7 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | - Architecture | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 9.3 | 5.6 |
Performance
The Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) is rear-wheel drive, while the Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 462 kW | 202 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 620 hp | 271 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1200 Nm | 404 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 s | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 225 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 5 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) is longer and wider, but the Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) is taller.
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 4695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2088 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2875 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) 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 3 Mid Range (2018-2020) has a towing capacity of up to 910 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Touring (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2263 kg | 1672 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 561 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | 1235 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | 88 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 910 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.1 |
