Lucid Air vs Tesla Model S

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Lucid Air has the higher published DC charging figure at 300 kW, which is roughly 20% higher than the Tesla Model S at 250 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Lucid Air is listed at about 22 minutes, which is 8 minutes quicker than the Tesla Model S at 30 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Lucid Air has a WLTP rated range of approximately 883 km, which is roughly 234 km more than the Tesla Model S at approximately 649 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Lucid Air consumes 163 Wh/km, compared to 165 Wh/km for the Tesla Model S. That means the Lucid Air uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Lucid Air has approximately 117 kWh of useable battery , while the Tesla Model S has approximately 95 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Lucid Air has the higher published DC figure (up to 300 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 22 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Lucid Air supports up to 19.2 kW, compared to up to 11 kW for the Tesla Model S. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Lucid Air is the more efficient choice at 163 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Lucid Air has a WLTP rated range of approximately 883 km, which is roughly 234 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.