Video Summary
The 2025 Lucid Air is viewed as the future of the automotive industry. This base model has a sub-3-second 0-60 mph time. Lucid is an American EV company based in Casa Grande, Arizona, and the company takes pride in that, as its vehicles qualify for all federal tax incentives and rebates.The exterior has a futuristic look, with a simple front end that resembles a Porsche Taycan, but the hood design is simple and attractive. Across the front is the Lucid name. It has LED lights that span across the front when turned on and off. There are sensors at the front of the vehicle. Power operation of functions is typical throughout the vehicle and computerized buttons raise the hood.
The number one word that comes to mind with Lucid as a whole is power. The power is both in terms of performance and in terms of having to engage power features everywhere. 19-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot tires are equipped with a plastic center covering a steel wheel underneath.
A small window gives the car a sleek, performance-oriented look. If a driver walks away, the door handles close automatically. Rear decklids are all automated and power-based.
The car has a simple, seamless, and soft design with no hard lines. The touring addition is noted on the rear, along with lights built into the decklid.
With the traditional engine, the car can be charged up at home with an RV-50 amp and class-leading cargo capacity with a unique, deep storage area.
Despite the positive aspects, there are downsides: The small window size, plus a head bumping hazard, and the base model reviewed starts at $78,900, but as tested cost $102,000.
