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?
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31700 - 50100 £
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Price
72900 - 214300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
83 kWh
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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
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4724 mm
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Length
4975 - 5005 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1936 - 1990 mm
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Height
1431 mm
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Height
1409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
303 - 377 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
262 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
208 - 338 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
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Tesla
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Brand
Lucid
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.