Lucid’s Leap in EV Efficiency: A Challenge Rivals May Need Years to Match

Head of Lucid Group, Peter Rawlinson, believes it will be a long time before rivals can match their electric vehicle efficiency edge.

Lucid has announced that their upcoming Lucid Air Pure model has been rated by the EPA as having an efficiency of 146 MPGe, and it can travel 5 miles for every kilowatt-hour of electricity based on its 420-mile range. This makes it the top vehicle in terms of efficiency available in the U.S. market, irrespective of the type of engine it uses. According to Rawlinson's statements on LinkedIn, competitors are expected to lag behind for years given the pace at which they are advancing.

Clear chart showcasing the comparison of Air's performance efficiency against that of Tesla Model S, Porsche Taycan, and Mercedes-Benz EQS.

Rawlinson recently shared a chart that measured the advancements in miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) over time for the Tesla Model S, Porsche Taycan, and Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan against the Lucid Air, utilizing statistics from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov portal. Lucid's analysis suggests that if Tesla maintains its current trajectory, it might reach the Air Pure's efficiency of 146 MPGe by the year 2032. Porsche and Mercedes are trailing even more in this efficiency race.

"According to Rawlinson, the ability to produce a vehicle that is not only improved in terms of being lighter, roomier, and capable of traveling further distances, but also made more efficiently, is key. This efficiency significantly affects production costs. As a result, one could say that efficiency is the most reliable indicator of a firm's fundamental electric vehicle technology skills."

The 2025 model of the Lucid

An electric vehicle (EV) that operates more efficiently can cover more distance using a specific quantity of electric power, which permits the use of a smaller battery pack. This change brings multiple advantages such as decreased expense, lighter weight, and less need for raw materials. That's the reason Lucid's engineering team prioritizes efficiency over just extending the driving range. The Air Pure model uses a relatively sizable 84.0-kWh battery to reach its EPA-rated mileage, and with a starting cost of $71,400, it's not deemed economical.

Lucid aims to transfer its expertise in creating efficient vehicles to an upcoming, more affordable model known as "Project Midsize," expected to be unveiled in 2026. This follows the anticipated release of the Lucid Gravity SUV this year. A significant portion of the financing for both ventures is likely to come from a new $1.5 billion investment by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), which holds the majority stake in Lucid.

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