Porsche Taycan Turbo vs Lucid Air Dream Edition Range
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General Info
The Porsche Taycan Turbo (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €175600. The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €175600 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €169992 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.3 | 8.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Porsche Taycan Turbo (2024-…).
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 470 km | 837 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 630 km | 883 km |
| Range (GCC) | 494 km | 764 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 105 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 97 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.6 kWh/100 km | 15.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.09 km/kWh | 6.47 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 10 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 800 V and 900 V, respectively.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 320 kW, while the Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) maxes out at 300 kW.
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Porsche Taycan Turbo (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 320 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.3 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) has more power, the Porsche Taycan Turbo (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 650 kW | 696 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 872 hp | 933 hp |
| Motor Torque | 940 Nm | 1390 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 s | 2.9 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 270 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.9 | 9.2 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Porsche Taycan Turbo (2024-…).
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4963 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1966 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1379 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Porsche Taycan Turbo | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2365 kg | 2396 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 366 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.1 |
