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VW ID.4 vs Lucid Air - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (340 HP vs 1251 HP), boot space and price (34600 £ vs 72900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Lucid Air?
ID.4
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW ID.4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34600 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Lucid Air: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the VW ID.4 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air performs distinct better – achieving up to 882 km, about 313 km more than the VW ID.4.
Air
Engine and Performance:
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 has a clearly edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 911 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs convincingly better – reaching 330 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 150 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls decisively stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 1261 Nm difference.
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ID.4
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, VW ID.4 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1975 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers to a small extent more room – 627 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.
When it comes to payload, Lucid Air slight takes the win – 588 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lucid Air is clearly superior 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.
VW ID.4
Lucid Air
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Lucid Air
VW ID.4
4.6 (3 Reviews)
The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
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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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VW ID.4
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34600 - 47200 £
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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
15.6 - 17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 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
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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1975 - 2248 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4582 - 4584 mm
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Length
4975 - 5005 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1936 - 1990 mm
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Height
1619 - 1634 mm
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Height
1409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1575 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
515 - 551 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 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
2023 - 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
VW
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Brand
Lucid
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Is the VW ID.4 offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-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.