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Lucid Air vs Tesla Model 3

Comparing the 2025 Lucid Air (from $120,000) with the 2025 Tesla Model 3 (from $36,990). The Air offers 420 miles of range while the Model 3 offers 321 miles.

Quick Take

Lucid Air packs the most punch, while Tesla Model 3 wins on price.

Lucid Air

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Lucid Air

Most Powerful

  • Up to 1234 hp
  • Up to 1430 lb-ft of torque
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 1.89s
  • 205 mph top speed
Tesla Model 3

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Tesla Model 3

Best Value

  • Starts at $36,990
  • About $102 per mile of range
  • Up to 363 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$70,900 - $249,000
$36,990 - $54,990
Range
420-480 miles
309-363 miles
Horsepower
430-1234 hp
258 hp
0-60 mph
1.89-4.5 sec
2.9-5.8 sec
Battery Size
88-118 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
124-205 mph
125-163 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
195.9"
184.8"
Width
76.2"
72.8"
Height
55.4"
56.8"
Cargo Capacity
16.1 cu ft
Unknown

Lucid Air vs Tesla Model 3: Which Should You Buy?

The Tesla Model 3 starts at $36,990, undercutting the Lucid Air ($70,900) by about $34,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Lucid Air covers up to 480 miles, 117 more than the Tesla Model 3's maximum of 363.

The Tesla Model 3 is also 11 inches shorter than the Lucid Air, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Lucid Air if you want the most power, or the Tesla Model 3 if you want the most for your money.

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