Global EV Comparison: NIO ET7 Standard Range vs Lucid Air Sapphire
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) has a starting price of €81900, compared to the Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…), which starts at €250000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | NIO ET7 Standard Range | Lucid Air Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €81900 | €250000 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…).
| Property | NIO ET7 Standard Range | Lucid Air Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 687 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 445 km | 700 km |
| Range (GCC) | 378 km | 624 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 75 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 73.5 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.4 kWh/100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.14 km/kWh | 5.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 8.7 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) features an advanced 900-volt architecture, whereas the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 300 kW, while the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) maxes out at 140 kW.
The Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | NIO ET7 Standard Range | Lucid Air Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 140 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.2 | 10 |
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 | NIO ET7 Standard Range | Lucid Air Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 480 kW | 908 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 644 hp | 1218 hp |
| Motor Torque | 850 Nm | 1940 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 330 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.7 | 8.7 |
Dimensions
The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…).
The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | NIO ET7 Standard Range | Lucid Air Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5101 mm | 5005 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2202 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1987 mm | 1990 mm |
| Height | 1509 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3060 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…), but the NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The NIO ET7 Standard Range (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Sapphire (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | NIO ET7 Standard Range | Lucid Air Sapphire |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2434 kg | 2420 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 363 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 5.2 |
