Compare performance (202 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Lucid Air?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
SsangYong Rexton is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,723 £.
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 substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 1,049 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 SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 8.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is considerably faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 146 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 1,499 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is marginally lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers noticeably more boot space – 784 L compared to 627 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.
When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 588 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.
The Lucid Air is far ahead overall 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 SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.
detailsThe 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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Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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
214 - 216 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4,850 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,960 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,825 mm
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
655 - 770 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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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
Automatic 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
202 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
441 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
148 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Lucid
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