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Tesla Model 3 vs Lucid Air - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (460 HP vs 1251 HP), boot space and price (31700 £ vs 72900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Lucid Air?

Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Lucid Air

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

Model 3

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41152 £.

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

As for electric range, the Lucid Air performs slightly better – achieving up to 882 km, about 132 km more than the Tesla Model 3.

Air

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air has a convincingly edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 791 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Tesla Model 3 takes 3.10 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs distinct better – reaching 330 km/h, while the Tesla Model 3 tops out at 262 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls decisively stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 1280 Nm difference.

Model 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is slightly lighter – 1772 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 298 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers minimal more room – 627 L compared to 594 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, Lucid Air noticeable takes the win – 588 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 211 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Tesla Model 3
Lucid Air

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Air

Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km

Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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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
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption

Price
31700 - 50100 £
Price
72900 - 214300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
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
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4724 mm
Length
4975 - 5005 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1936 - 1990 mm
Height
1431 mm
Height
1409 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
303 - 377 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
262 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
550 - 1940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Lucid
Is the Tesla Model 3 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.