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Nissan Ariya vs Lucid Air comparison
Compare performance (435 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Lucid Air?
Nissan Ariya vs Lucid Air: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Ariya
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.
Nissan Ariya is clearly cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,009 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 11.5 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers significantly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 465 km more than the Nissan Ariya.
Air
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 substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 816 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 1,340 Nm more.
Ariya
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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is marginally lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,277 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers clearly more boot space – 627 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 212 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries markedly more – 588 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 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.
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Lucid Air
Nissan Ariya
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Nissan Ariya
The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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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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Nissan Ariya
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
54,800 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 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
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,277 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
415 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
363 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 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
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
435 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
600 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
320 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Nissan
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Brand
Lucid
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