Compare performance (918 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (85,700 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Eletre or Lucid Air?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Lucid Air is somewhat cheaper – starting at 72,900 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,848 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 9.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers clearly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 312 km more than the Lotus Eletre.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers visibly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 918 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Lotus Eletre takes 3 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is moderately faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Lotus Eletre tops out at 265 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 985 Nm. That’s about 955 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is noticeably lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers very slightly more boot space – 688 L compared to 627 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries slightly more – 588 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.
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.
The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
5,103 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 485 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lotus
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Brand
Lucid
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