Video Summary
The Lucid Air Touring has 620 horsepower with dual motors. The car accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. It has an impressive drag coefficient of 0.197.The EPA estimated range with 19-inch wheels is 406 miles, and 377 miles with 20-inch wheels. It has 350-kilowatt DC fast charging, which allows for 200 miles of range in 16 minutes. The starting price as tested is $102,000.
The interior feels cool and special, and feels like it is from the future. There are maps and displays, light functions, and wiper functions. The drive modes are smooth, shift, and sprint. Regenerative braking can be changed. The controls are intuitive. Everything seems to be well-placed and organized.
The doors have neatly designed handles, and there is an interior finishing with a cloth material. The sunroof is a notable feature. The charge port has a sense of drama, opening with a tap.
Rear seat access is excellent, with heated rear seats and lots of room in the back. The floor is completely flat and provides a comfortable center armrest.
The Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires should perform well in wet conditions. It is awarded most efficient EV in production with ~5 miles per kilowatt-hour. Overall, performance is impressive and the steering feel is excellent. The driver’s visibility is fantastic.
The Visors only block a little portion with tinted glass in the area above, and one potential area of improvement could be to include a digital rearview mirror.
The conclusion is that the overall hype is well founded and it provides an impressive package for a luxury EV around the $100,000 price point.
