Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Pure AWD vs Porsche Taycan RWD
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Porsche Taycan RWD (2021-2024) for as low as €58900, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €58900 |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Porsche Taycan RWD (2021-2024).
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 660 km | 335 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 725 km | 444 km |
| Range (GCC) | 612 km | 343 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 94 kWh | 79.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 92 kWh | 71 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15 kWh/100 km | 20.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.65 km/kWh | 4.83 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.9 | 5.2 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan RWD (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 223 kW, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) maxes out at 200 kW.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the Porsche Taycan RWD (2021-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 223 kW |
| Architecture | - Architecture | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.7 | 7.5 |
Performance
The Porsche Taycan RWD (2021-2024) is rear-wheel drive, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 358 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 480 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 922 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.4 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) and Porsche Taycan RWD (2021-2024) are about the same size.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2144 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1966 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2900 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 Pure AWD | Porsche Taycan RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2246 kg | 2125 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5 |
