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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Lucid Air?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Lucid Air: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter

Lucid Air

  • significantly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is significantly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,372 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is moderately more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers clearly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 312 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 650 HP. That’s roughly 601 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 takes 3.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is markedly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 tops out at 260 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers considerably more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 1,170 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is very slightly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers slightly more boot space – 627 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries very slightly more – 588 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Reviews Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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Javi Rodman
4 Jan 2026, 17:25:22

The best of the best. Comfortable, practical, economical, fun, spacious, with all the ADAS and safety systems. What more could you ask for?

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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 530 kg
Payload
430 - 588 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lucid
Is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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