In the race for the most efficient electric car, Lucid Motors has emerged victorious with its updated Air lineup. The Lucid Air Pure achieves a groundbreaking feat traveling the farthest distance on the least amount of energy.
Despite packing a smaller 84-kWh battery compared to competitors who favor larger capacities for extended range, the Air Pure boasts an impressive 420-mile driving range according to the EPA.
This is achieved through meticulous engineering that prioritizes efficiency. After all, a larger battery translates to a heavier car, which in turn gulps down more energy and translates to more time spent tethered to a charger.
The Air Pure shatters efficiency records with a remarkable 5 miles of range per kilowatt hour, outperforming rivals like the Tesla Model S (4.02 miles/kWh) and Mercedes EQS (3.25 miles/kWh).
Additionally, the Air Pure secures the highest MPGe rating ever awarded to an EV – an impressive 146 MPGe. Beyond the headline-grabbing efficiency gains, the 2025 Lucid Air boasts a significant upgrade under the hood well, sort of.
A new-generation infotainment processor brings a massive performance boost, tripling processing power and doubling memory compared to the previous model. This translates to a noticeably faster and more responsive user experience.
The energy-saving heat pump, previously exclusive to higher trims, becomes standard equipment across the entire 2025 Lucid Air lineup. This system improves efficiency and real-world range. Additionally, all variants benefit from Lucid’s DreamDrive Premium ADAS suite, featuring advanced safety features like 3D Surround View Monitoring and a live Blind Spot Display.
The Air Grand Touring receives a further refinement with the SurrealSound Pro audio system now included as standard. Remarkably, despite these enhancements, pricing for the base Lucid Air Pure with its impressive 420-mile range remains unchanged, starting at an attractive $69,900.
Those opting for the Air Touring variant, offering up to 406 miles of range, will find a slightly increased starting price of $78,900. Topping the range, the Air Grand Touring boasts a maximum range of 512 miles and carries a starting MSRP of $110,900.
