Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 eDrive40 vs Lucid Air Pure RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) has a starting price of €70200, compared to the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…), which starts at €85000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €70200 | €85000 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…).
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 499 km | 674 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 627 km | 747 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 637 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.02 km/kWh | 6.92 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.3 | 10 |
Charging
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 206 kW, while the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) maxes out at 200 kW.
The Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | - Architecture |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 8.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 321 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 430 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…), but the BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i5 eDrive40 (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2195 kg | 2070 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 5.1 |
