Lucid Air Sapphire's battery and charging specs

The Lucid Air Sapphire features an 118 kWh battery operating at a nominal voltage of 810 V, with a maximum of 924 V. The car can charge from 10-80% in 29 minutes at a rate of 175 kW, which is slower than some other 800 V vehicles.

Fast charging performance compared to rivals

While the Lucid Air Sapphire charges faster than the 112 kWh Grand Touring model, it lags behind competitors like the Porsche Taycan and Lotus Emeya, which achieve average charging powers of 265 kW and 292 kW, respectively.

Full charging time and lower power output

To reach 90% charge, the car needs an additional 12 minutes, or 1 hour and 1 minute to complete a full charge. The average power at the station drops to 74 kW for the final 20% of the charge, similar to the Alpine A390 GT.

Wunderbox and lower voltage charging

The Lucid Air Sapphire includes the Wunderbox, a unit that houses all power electronics. It allows the car to connect to lower-voltage stations like Tesla Superchargers, but at a slower rate of 47 kW, resulting in a 10-80% charge in nearly 2 hours.

Highway range and charging efficiency

Despite its slower fast charging, the Lucid Air Sapphire excels in highway range. It can gain 205 km in 15 minutes or 340 km in 30 minutes, surpassing the Lotus Emeya and nearly matching its sibling, the Grand Touring.

Overall performance and market position

The Lucid Air Sapphire ranks fifth in highway range per 30 minutes of charging, behind the Mercedes CLA 250+. It covers 500 km in about 4 hours and 35 minutes, offering a balance of performance and practicality.

Technical prowess and high cost

Lucid showcases its electric vehicle expertise with the Air Sapphire, combining high performance, comfort, and versatility. However, its price tag of 253,900 euros in France is steep, though comparable to the Porsche Turbo GT, which is less powerful and luxurious.