Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Touring vs Tesla Model S Dual Motor
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) has a starting price of €99000, compared to the Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2025-…), which starts at €99990.
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2025-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, Saudi Arabia | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €99000 | €99990 |
| GCC Score | 7.9 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 653 km | 660 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 725 km | 660 km |
| Range (GCC) | 607 km | 590 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 94 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 92 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.6 km/kWh | 6.21 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.8 | 9.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 250 kW.
The Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | - Architecture | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 9.3 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 462 kW | 500 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 620 hp | 670 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1200 Nm | - Motor Torque |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 s | 3.2 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 7.4 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Dual Motor (2025-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Lucid Air Touring (2022-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model S Dual Motor (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 S Dual Motor (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Touring (2022-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lucid Air Touring | Tesla Model S Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2262 kg | 2068 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 709 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | 1739 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | 89 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 6.1 |
