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2022 Lucid Air First Test

With promises of supercar acceleration, a sophisticated cabin and much more, it’s fair to say that the 2022 Lucid Air came into the MotorTrend’s Car of the Year competition with high expectations. Now with the awards in the rear-view window we go back and see what our Test Team thought after putting the Lucid Air through its paces.

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With futuristic looks, a futuristic powertrain and futuristic performance and economy, is the Lucid Air the car of the future? At very least, it's our 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year, having impressed the judges and pushes the frontiers of electric performance and luxury vehicles far forward, with aces in all six criteria. Hear from the MotorTrend editorial team how Lucid pulled off such a feat in its first go.

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The Lucid Air Is the 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year

By all accounts, the Lucid Air Sapphire—the new 1,234-hp track-ready version of our 2022 Car of the Year—should’ve advanced to our PVOTY finalist round. But as is often the case, PVOTY testing reminded us that perception rarely equals reality.

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2024 Lucid Air Sapphire: 2024 PVOTY Contender

We infiltrate hot rodding’s inner sanctum with the Lucid Air Sapphire at HOT ROD Drag Week 2025. Amid 400+ hardcore racers, the 1,234-hp EV faced skepticism, side-eye, and plenty of smack talk—but also ran 9-second passes while towing the line between ridicule and respect. From Maryland to Pennsylvania drag strips, the Sapphire proved its endurance over 660 miles of racing and road, sparking debate and surprising admiration. Could an electric sedan hold its own against six-second monsters? Watch as the Sapphire battles tradition and challenges everything Drag Week stands for.

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Can an EV Survive at Drag Week? Lucid Air Sapphire Takes On Drag Racing's Best

The Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance registered some incredible numbers when we tested it back in 2023; now we have the company’s top tier Sapphire. How will the 1,234-hp super sedan fare? Watch along to find out.

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2024 Lucid Air Sapphire First Test: Quarter-Mile Master

With over 400 miles of range and up to seven seats, the new Lucid Gravity EV should appeal to drivers seeking a versatile all-electric SUV. But Lucid's first car, the award-winning Air sedan, set a high bar for the Gravity to clear—does the American automaker's first SUV deliver on expectations of performance and luxury? We get behind the wheel of the Gravity to find out.

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2025 Lucid Gravity First Drive: Not Just an Air SUV

We test the all new Lucid Air Pure to find out if the entry-level Lucid sedan is as impressive as its more expensive siblings.

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Is the 2024 Lucid Air Pure An Entry Level Lucid?

From its high-sided profile to its tapered roofline and jewelry-like details, the Gravity SUV EV is a case study in designing a vehicle which looks good whilst creating as little drag as possible - because as we know, less drag means more range. As striking on the inside as it is outside, the Gravity aims to provide its driver with a relaxed driving experience, and its passengers with an expansive, luxurious cabin, with space for for up to seven adults (plus luggage!) across three rows. However, does the Gravity do enough to best its competitors, the likes of the Rivian R1s and the Tesla Model X? What do we think of the Gravity's exterior design and interior space? watch along to find out!

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2025 Lucid Gravity: Luxurious Electric SUV for under $80,000?

We’ve loved the Lexus LC since we first drove it: slinky sheetmetal, a rorty, naturally-aspirated V-8, and one of our favorite interiors in a production vehicle. Now, it’s even hotter, with a quick-moving electric top and a signature, limited-edition color. Automobile Magazine Editor-in-Chief Mike Floyd hits the highlights.

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Need to Know: the Lexus LC Convertible Is a Less Than $100K Exotic

In a test of real-world usability, Jonny drives the brand new Lucid Air clear across California, from Beverly Hills to San Francisco's Mission district. Plus — Driving the dynamic, near-1000 horsepower EV on the switchbacks of Angeles Crest Highway.

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2022 Lucid Air First Drive: Examining Its Real-World Usability

Lucid Air EV In-Car Lap at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca (Courtesy of Lucid)

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Lucid Air EV In-Car Lap at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca (Courtesy of Lucid)