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Lucid Air vs Porsche Cayman - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (1251 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (72900 £ vs 136000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or Porsche Cayman?

Lucid Air

Porsche Cayman

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

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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.

Lucid Air has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 72900 £, while the Porsche Cayman costs 136000 £. That’s a price difference of around 63171 £.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 500 HP. That’s roughly 751 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Porsche Cayman takes 3.40 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs barely noticeable better – reaching 330 km/h, while the Porsche Cayman tops out at 315 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls decisively stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 1490 Nm difference.

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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 convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Porsche Cayman is evident lighter – 1490 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 580 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers significantly more room – 627 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 443 L.

When it comes to payload, Lucid Air clearly takes the win – 588 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 307 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lucid Air proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lucid Air is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km
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Lucid Air
Porsche Cayman

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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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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
72900 - 214300 £
Price
136000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
13 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
Curb weight
1490 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
4975 - 5005 mm
Length
4456 mm
Width
1936 - 1990 mm
Width
1822 mm
Height
1409 mm
Height
1267 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.40 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
550 - 1940 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2022 - 2024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lucid
Brand
Porsche

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What drive types are available for the Lucid Air?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.