Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance vs Tesla Roadster 2025
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General Info
Although the Tesla Roadster 2025 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2022 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Roadster |
| Market Availability | USA | USA |
| GCC Score | 8.4 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022).
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 758 km | 998 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 861 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 724 km | 948 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.14 km/kWh | 4.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.7 | 8.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 900 V and 800 V, respectively.
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 300 kW, while the Tesla Roadster 2025 maxes out at 250 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 300 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 900 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 10 | 9.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 828 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 1110 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1390 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h | 410 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.3 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022) is longer and taller, but the Tesla Roadster 2025 is wider.
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 4200 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 2000 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance (2021-2022), but the Tesla Roadster 2025 doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2396 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 150 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 2.5 |
