For many, range anxiety is still a stumbling block to EV adoption, even though tech has come on leaps and bounds in recent years. Generally speaking, EVs have performance on tap, but its their range that lets them down—that was until one particular luxury EV sedan came along.
When EVs came to market over a decade ago, the earliest models couldn’t travel more than 90 miles without visiting the charging station. Recently that’s changed, and now there’s an EV capable of traveling more than 500 miles on a full charge.
This EV feels a little more mature than the rest. Despite being the first car from a completely new automaker, it stands out for its superior driving range on a single charge, not to mention its blistering performance. But don’t just take our word for it—read on to find out more.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from the Lucid Motors website and other authoritative sources, including Consumer Reports, Edmunds, J.D. Power, and Kelley Blue Book.
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The Lucid Air Grand Touring Has The Longest Range Of Any American EV
Boasting an impressive EPA-estimated range of 512 miles, the Lucid Air Grand Touring is the American EV with the longest driving range to date. Impressive, to say the least, but this EV is far from a one-trick pony.
In addition to its 500-mile-plus range, the Lucid Air Grand Touring offers a thoughtful balance of digital-versus-physical controls, looks relatively futuristic, and feels premium. The starting price tag is a little on the steep side, but, as they say, you get what you pay for.
Pros
- Blistering acceleration
- Spacious cabin
- Excellent real-world range
Cons
- Fit and finish aren’t as good as other luxury EVs
- Electric motor whine
- Unintuitive controls
The Lucid Air Grand Touring Goes 512 Miles Without A Recharge
The Lucid Air Grand Touring has an EPA-estimated range of 512 miles primarily due to its large, high-capacity battery pack (117 kWh), which is designed to maximize energy density, allowing for a longer driving distance on a single charge. This, combined with advanced battery technology and efficient aerodynamics that optimize energy usage while driving, makes it one of the longest-range EVs currently on the market.
More often than enough, though, real-world driving is far from advertised and computer-modeled ranges. Not every EV can attain computer-generated predictions because of real-world outside forces, such as driver input and weather.
Real-World Testing Of The Lucid Air Grand Touring
Out of Spec Reviews tested the Air Grand Touring’s range by driving at a constant 70 mph on the highway until the luxury sedan’s battery ran dry. Typically, such high-speed driving leads to reduced range compared to the advertised figures, as the official tests are run at a far lower average speed, even when a number of stops are involved.
And the results were surprising, with the EV coming pretty close to its promised range. It achieved an impressive 510.4 miles at a steady 70 mph before power was cut. Even then, the EV continued to coast for another 13.3 miles, ultimately reaching a total of 523.7 miles before finally coming to a halt.
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The Lucid Air Gravity Has Over 800 Horsepower
Lucid may be a new brand, but it hasn’t wasted any time establishing itself as a leader in the luxury EV space. Not only has the California startup produced an EV with an impressive range, but it’s probably one of the fastest cars that a normal person, anywhere, ever, will drive in their lifetime.
2025 Lucid Air Grand Touring Specifications
|
Motors |
Dual Permanent-Magnet Electric Motors |
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Horsepower |
819 HP |
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Torque |
885 LB-FT |
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Transmission |
Single-Speed |
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Driveline |
All-Wheel Drive |
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Battery Capacity |
117 kWh |
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DC Charge Power |
Up To 300 kW |
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Charge To 200 Miles |
12 Minutes |
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Range (EPA-Estimated) |
512 Miles (19-Inch Wheels) |
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EPA Efficiency (Combined) |
128 (19-Inch Wheels) |
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Miles/kWh |
4.3 (19-Inch Wheels) |
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0-60 MPH |
3.0 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
168 MPH |
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Starting Price (MSRP) |
$110,900 |
The Lucid Air Grand Touring offers impressive performance specs, mostly due to its high-capacity Lithium-ion battery, which grants the luxury sedan a range in excess of 500 miles. The combination of electric motors produces 819 horsepower and 885 lb-ft of torque, while impressive low-end torque gets the Air Grand Touring off the line quickly, helping it achieve a 0-60 mph time of just three seconds.
Average Reliability Scores For The Lucid Air Grand Touring
As a rough indication, we checked in with Consumer Reports, J.D. Power, and Kelley Blue Book to find the reliability scores for the Air Grand Touring. These outlets give the EV mixed scores.
- Consumer Reports gives the Air Grand Touring an overall score of 50/100, constituting a road test score of 94/100, a predicted owner satisfaction rating of 3/5, and a predicted reliability rating of just 7/100
- Meanwhile, Kelley Blue Book gives the Lucid Air Grand Touring an impressive 4.7/5 consumer rating and a strong 4.3/5 reliability score
- J.D. Power has yet to rate the Air Grand Touring
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A Look At The 2025 Lucid Air Specs
The Air Grand Touring is one of several variants of the luxury electric sedan. Other variants include the Pure, Touring, and Sapphire.
2025 Lucid Air Specs
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Pure |
Touring |
Grand Touring |
Sapphire |
|
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Horsepower |
430 HP |
620 HP |
819 HP |
1,234 HP |
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0-60 MPH |
4.5 Seconds |
3.4 Seconds |
3.0 Seconds |
1.89 Seconds |
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Estimated Range |
420 Miles |
406 Miles |
512 Miles |
427 Miles |
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Charge To 200 Miles |
17 Minutes |
16 Minutes |
12 Minutes |
15 Minutes |
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Driveline |
Rear-Wheel Drive |
All-Wheel Drive |
All-Wheel Drive |
All-Wheel Drive |
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Starting Price (MSRP) |
$69,900 |
$78,900 |
$110,900 |
$249,000 |
The base model, called the Pure, has 430 horsepower, which is sent to the rear wheels by a single electric motor, achieving a 0-60 mph time of 4.5 seconds. Slotting above the Pure is the Touring, which gets all-wheel drive, 620 horsepower, and an estimated 406 miles of range.
The Pure and Touring are significantly cheaper than their more powerful brethren, the Grand Touring, starting at $69,900 and $78,900, respectively. But we’ve saved the best for last—the Sapphire.
The Sapphire is the top model in the range and has all-wheel drive, too, but it gets an eye-watering 1,234 horsepower courtesy of three electric motors. This is good for a mind-blowing 0-60 mph time of 1.89 seconds and an estimated range of 427 miles. The world’s second-fastest production vehicle comes with a whopping $249,000 price tag, but you can’t put a price on happiness, right?
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The 2025 Lucid Air Grand Touring’s Standard Features
As mentioned previously. the Lucid Air is an electric luxury sedan offered in four trim levels. All four have different performance and range capabilities but generally come with the same standard features.
2025 Lucid Air Grand Touring Standard Feature Highlights
- 20-inch wheels
- Leather dashboard trim
- Heated front and rear seats
- Four-zone climate control
- Power rear and rear side window sunshades
- Soft-close doors
- Heated windshield wipers
- Power front trunk
- 21-speaker audio system
- 34-inch upper display
- Lower retractable touchscreen display
- Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Adaptive suspension dampers
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane-departure warning
- Adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree exterior camera system
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Front- and rear-cross traffic protection
- Automated parking system
- Heat pump
The 2025 Lucid Air Grand Touring’s Comprehensive Warranty
- Basic: 4 years /. 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain: 8 years / 100,000 miles
- Corrosion: 10 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside Aid: 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Maintenance: 2 years / 24,000 miles
