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NIO EL7 vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL7 or Lucid Air?

NIO EL7 vs Lucid Air: Key differences

NIO EL7

  • moderately cheaper
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Lucid Air

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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:

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.

NIO EL7 is moderately cheaper – starting at 63,300 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,515 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is substantially more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 22.1 kWh/100km for the NIO EL7. That’s a difference of about 9.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers clearly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 381 km more than the NIO EL7.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 653 HP. That’s roughly 598 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 NIO EL7 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is visibly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the NIO EL7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers considerably more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 850 Nm. That’s about 1,090 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, Lucid Air is moderately lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,421 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers only slightly more boot space – 627 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries clearly more – 588 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air stands well ahead of its rival 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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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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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Pascal Michel
2 Jun 2026, 05:52:39

As accomplished, better underlying electrical drivetrain and 400k cheaper

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NIO EL7
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 81,300 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,421 - 2,441 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,912 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,720 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,545 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
449 - 469 kg
Payload
430 - 588 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Lucid
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL7 have?

The NIO EL7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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