Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Dream Edition Range vs Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon)
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General Info
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €145990. The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) is a Sedan, whereas the Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is a Liftback.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2022 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €145990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €149990 |
| GCC Score | 8.4 | 6.9 |
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 Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...).
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 837 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 883 km | 485 km |
| Range (GCC) | 764 km | 402 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.4 kWh/100 km | 24.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.47 km/kWh | 4.02 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 10 | 4.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 900 V and 800 V, respectively.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 350 kW, while the Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) maxes out at 300 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 Range | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 300 kW | 350 kW |
| Architecture | 900 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 10 | 9.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Lucid Air Dream Edition Range (2021-2022) has more power, the Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 696 kW | 675 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 933 hp | 905 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1390 Nm | 985 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.9 s | 2.8 s |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h | 256 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.3 | 7.9 |
Dimensions
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) (2024-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 5139 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2241 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 2005 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 3069 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 | Lucid Air Dream Edition Range | Lotus Emeya R (900 Sport/Sport Carbon) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2396 kg | 2650 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 509 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | 45 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
