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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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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
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Payload
302 - 333 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 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
208 - 338 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
Tesla
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