Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Performance vs Lucid Air Grand Touring
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General Info
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €129000. The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €36900 on the used car market.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is a SUV, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2025 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | SUV | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €59990 | €129000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36900 | €119889 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 8.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 824 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 514 km | 882 km |
| Range (GCC) | 450 km | 746 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78.1 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6 km/kWh | 6.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.9 | 10 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) features an advanced 900-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 300 kW, while the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) maxes out at 250 kW.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 393 kW | 611 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 527 hp | 819 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 1200 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.2 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 270 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.7 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) has a longer body, while the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4751 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1921 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) 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 Y Performance (2020-2025) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2072 kg | 2272 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2041 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 5.1 |
