Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or Lotus Eletre?
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 markedly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 312 km more than the Lotus Eletre.
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 markedly 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 significantly 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 a bit 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.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
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 barely 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 a bit more – 588 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.
The Lucid Air is far ahead overall 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 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.
detailsThe 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.
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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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
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lucid
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Brand
Lotus
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