That gave Lucid the perfect starting point. Rawlinson has one of the most enviable CVs in the car business: having been chief engineer at both Lotus and Jaguar, the Welshman then fathered the Tesla Model S. Measuring 4976mm long, 1936mm wide and 1407mm tall, it's actually more E-Class than S-Class. But thanks to its ultra-compact powertrain and skateboard architecture packaging, there's a mammoth 2960mm wheelbase providing for S-Class levels of space within – and luxury, if you believe the man who spearheaded its development, Peter Rawlinson. Size-wise, the US sedan is European in its dimensions. The important takeaway is that while the Mercedes-Benz EQS looks otherworldly, the Air looks exotic. Designed by the same man who penned the current Mazda MX-5, as well as the original concepts for Volkswagen's Scirocco and Microbus reboots, the low-slung proportions are dramatic and hint at a modern take on the Citroën DS. Pictures don't really do the Air justice, other than suggesting it's a far larger car than it actually is. It won't be cheap: our range-topping Dream Edition Performance, tested in California, costs the equivalent £131,000. But for its considerable depth of engineering, surprising beauty and class-best range, those in the market for an electric Mercedes-Benz S-Class alternative might the outlay worth paying. And make an impact the Lucid Air does, because as well as producing comparable power to the Plaid, the newcomer can cover up to 520 miles on a single charge, which is more than 100 miles more than its rival on the same American EPA test cycle.Īs for Europe, Lucid is rumoured to shortly announce right-hand-drive production, which means the Air could be available to order in the UK before the end of 2022.
Of course, all this neck-crunching is a necessary business when you need to make an impression alongside competition such as the Bugatti-humbling Tesla Model S Plaid. This time is yours.Despite plenty of evidence on YouTube that the Air will drift until the cows come home, away from wide-open race tracks the battery-electric Lucid is altogether a different beast. In the future, your car will be able to retrieve your groceries, pick up your kids from practice, or provide you a moment to sit back and relax as you are safely driven home.
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Over-the-air software upgrades will allow the Lucid Air to transition through progressive levels of autonomy. AUTOPILOTIn the future, Lucid's assistive technology will help you and your family get things done. Hitting top speeds or hugging tight corners, the Lucid Air’s perfectly calibrated air springs, advanced damper technology, and low center of gravity deliver precision handling and a smooth ride. Developed entirely in-house, this integrated system delivers the ultimate EV driving experience.
PERFORMANCE Lucid’s powertrain technology unleashes breathtaking performance with world-class range and efficiency. INTERIOR Inspired by an executive jet, the Air offers optional executive rear seating with 55 degrees of recline, affording moments to stretch out and relax. Below a sweeping glass canopy, the ultra-spacious cabin provides an unrivaled sensory experience. DESIGN Designed from the inside out, the Lucid Air is meticulously sculpted to maximize interior space. Originally teased as the "Atieva Atvus" it was unveiled as the "Lucid Air" in December 2016 and originally planned to be available about two years later. About Lucid Air GENERALThe Lucid Air is an all-electric 4-door sedan, designed by the American automotive company Lucid Motors.
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