BMW i3 vs Lucid Air
Comparing the 2027 BMW i3 (from $61,500) with the 2025 Lucid Air (from $120,000). The i3 offers 468 miles of range while the Air offers 420 miles.
Quick Take
BMW i3 charges fastest, while Lucid Air is quickest off the line.
2027 • Sedan
Fastest Charger
- 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 400 kW peak charging speed
- NACS charging port
- 468 mi EPA-rated range
2025 • Sedan
Quickest 0-60
- 0-60 mph as quick as 1.89s
- Up to 1234 hp
- Up to 1430 lb-ft of torque
- 205 mph top speed
BMW i3 vs Lucid Air: Which Should You Buy?
The BMW i3 starts at $61,500, undercutting the Lucid Air ($70,900) by about $9,500.
In its longest-range configuration the Lucid Air covers up to 480 miles, 12 more than the BMW i3's 468. At a DC fast charger, the BMW i3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 34 for the Lucid Air.
The BMW i3 is also 9 inches shorter than the Lucid Air, which makes it easier to park.
Bottom line: pick the BMW i3 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Lucid Air if you want the quickest acceleration.
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