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Lucid Air vs NIO ET5 comparison
Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or NIO ET5?
Lucid Air vs NIO ET5: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
NIO ET5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,143 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is considerably more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the NIO ET5. That’s a difference of about 5.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers visibly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 292 km more than the NIO ET5.
ET5
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 761 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 NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is noticeably faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 1,240 Nm more.
Air
Space and Everyday Use:
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 very slightly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers markedly more boot space – 627 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 241 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries somewhat more – 588 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
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.
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Lucid Air
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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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NIO ET5
NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.
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Lucid Air
NIO ET5
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
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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
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Trunk capacity
386 L
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Length
4,790 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Height
1,499 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 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
490 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Torque
700 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
360 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
2023
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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
NIO
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