Global EV Comparison: MG IM5 Performance vs Lucid Air Grand Touring
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) has a starting price of €55900, compared to the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...), which starts at €129000.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) is a Sedan.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €55900 | €129000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €119889 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 8.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the MG IM5 Performance (2025-...).
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 824 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 575 km | 882 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 746 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 96.5 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 6.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 10 |
Charging
Both vehicles feature an advanced powertrain architecture, operating at 800 V and 900 V, respectively.
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 369 kW, while the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) maxes out at 300 kW.
The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 369 kW | 300 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 900 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.6 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 553 kW | 611 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 742 hp | 819 hp |
| Motor Torque | 802 Nm | 1200 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 s | 3.2 s |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h | 270 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.6 | 8.1 |
Dimensions
The MG IM5 Performance (2025-...) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-...).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4931 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1474 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG IM5 Performance (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.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | MG IM5 Performance | Lucid Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2298 kg | 2360 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 457 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 18 l | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
