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Lucid Air vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or Polestar 5?

Lucid Air vs Polestar 5: Key differences

Lucid Air

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 72,900 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,800 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is visibly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 5. That’s a difference of about 4.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers markedly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 212 km more than the Polestar 5.

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Engine and Performance:

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 clearly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 884 HP. That’s roughly 367 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 Polestar 5 takes 3.2 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers considerably more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 1,015 Nm. That’s about 925 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Lucid Air offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is a bit lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 392 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is clearly superior 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.

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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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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Polestar 5

The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Length
-
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lucid
Brand
Polestar
Is the Lucid Air offered with different drivetrains?

The Lucid Air is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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