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Lucid Air vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or Tesla Model 3?

Lucid Air vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Lucid Air

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Tesla Model 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,152 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 13 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers a bit more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 132 km more than the Tesla Model 3.

Model 3

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 460 HP. That’s roughly 791 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 Tesla Model 3 takes 3.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 1,280 Nm more.

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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, Tesla Model 3 is somewhat lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers only slightly more boot space – 627 L compared to 594 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries clearly more – 588 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air holds a decisive overall lead 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
Air

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
Lucid Air
Tesla Model 3

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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Lucid Air
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Length
-
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
302 - 333 kg

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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lucid
Brand
Tesla
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