Tesla Model S vs. Lucid Air
When we compare the Tesla Model S's and the Lucid Air's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model S has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. The Lucid Air has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Tesla Model S's and the Lucid Air's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model S is a better car than the Lucid Air.
Tesla Model S vs. Lucid Air Pricing
A used 2023 Tesla Model S ranges from $68,717 to $104,840 while a used 2023 Lucid Air is priced between $80,265 to $119,438.
Tesla Model S vs. Lucid Air Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Tesla Model S loses 52.3 percent of its value and the Lucid Air loses 65.7 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model S retains 13.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lucid Air.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Tesla Model S’s base engine makes 670 horsepower, and the Lucid Air base engine makes 480 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lucid Air, a electric midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Tesla Model S, a electric large car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
$68,717 - $104,840
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
$80,265 - $119,438
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
65.7%
Tesla Model S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lucid Air Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model S Rankings
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11 out of / 27Lucid Air Rankings
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17 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Tesla Model S Trim Levels
Base, Plaid, Standard Range
Lucid Air Trim Levels
Grand Touring, Grand Touring Performance, Pure, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 150000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
670 hp
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.147 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
480 hp
Torque:
730 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.096 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
15 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
127 / 127 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
410 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
92 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
28.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
122.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4561 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
197.7 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5009 lbs
Width:
86.4 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R19
