Lucid Motors Unveils Lucid Air, the World's Most Powerful and Efficient Luxury Electric Sedan
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NEWARK, Calif., Sept. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --
-- New benchmarks for electric vehicle innovation, performance, luxury, and sustainability
available in the Lucid Air with a full range of models starting below $80,000
Lucid Motors (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=4230763159&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2F&a=Lucid+Motors ),
which seeks to set new standards for sustainable transportation with its
advanced luxury EVs, today unveiled production details for the highly
anticipated Lucid Air in a global web broadcast from its Silicon Valley
headquarters. Having already set new industry benchmarks in the EV and luxury
segments in key areas related to performance, efficiency, and design,
deliveries of this new pure-electric luxury sedan will start in spring of 2021.
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"Lucid Motors is driven to make the electric car better, and by doing so, help
move the entire industry forward towards accelerated adoption of sustainable
mobility. The goal of this relentless approach to developing the world's most
advanced electric vehicle is to benefit all mankind with sustainable, zero
emission transportation, and to also attract new customers to the world of
EVs," said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Motors. "With the Lucid Air,
we have created a halo car for the entire industry, one which shows the
advancements that are possible by pushing the boundaries of EV technology and
performance to new levels."
Using Space to Create the Air
The Lucid Air is the result of a revolutionary approach to automotive packaging
called the Lucid Space Concept (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=1608802431&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-space-concept-delivers-class-leading-interior-space&a=Lucid+Space+Concept ),
which capitalizes upon the miniaturization of Lucid's in-house developed EV
drivetrain to optimize interior cabin space. The concept is central to the
architecture of the Lucid Electric Advanced Platform (LEAP) upon which the
Lucid Air, and forthcoming Lucid vehicles, will be built. It's a holistic,
clean-sheet approach to advanced EV construction, without using existing "off
the shelf" solutions so often seen in EVs from legacy automakers.
By simultaneously making smaller yet more powerful electric motors and
dramatically improving the packaging of the entire electric powertrain, Lucid
is able to reclaim that space for passengers and their comfort. This extends
the philosophy of hyper-efficiency embedded in every facet of Lucid Air, from
energy to spatial efficiency, delivering an unprecedented combination of range,
practicality, performance, and luxury.
The Space Concept also contributes to the subtly different and modern proportions
for the Lucid Air, without relying on any traditional automotive design cues,
instead delivering a beautiful car that looks entirely distinctive on the road.
"When we embarked on this journey at Lucid Motors and the development of our
first vehicle, the Lucid Air, we refused to compromise. We decided early on
that we were going to pursue every facet of performance, innovation, and
luxury," said Derek Jenkins, VP of Design, Lucid Motors. "The result is that we
are building the best car in the world, the numbers simply speak for themselves.
What's more, we did all this without ever sacrificing the beauty of the Lucid Air,
which will stand as the first example of a car being created from a clean sheet
to leverage the total design freedom that an EV architecture provides."
An Inspired State
Taking its cues from California, the state's spirit is embedded in not only all
of Lucid Motors' products, but also in the retail and digital experiences the
brand is creating. As the name implies, Lucid is inspired by the notion of
seeing things differently and making those dreams come true. It's summed up in
the brand tagline of "Dream Ahead," which is also the company's vision for
rejecting the status quo and always pushing the boundaries in EV technology.
"The Lucid brand was created with a progressive, post-luxury mindset ideally
suited to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the most progressive buyers. We
are heading into a future where conscious consumers see sustainability,
advanced design, and technical innovation as equally important to more
traditional luxury values of quality and craftsmanship," said Jenkins. "We
consider Lucid to be at the forefront in a shift in consumer preferences toward
new brands that offer direct relationships alongside products featuring
entirely new levels of technology, performance, and design."
Setting New Standards at Every Level:
Record-Breaking Performance and Range
With up to 1,080 horsepower available in a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive
architecture, the Lucid Air is able to achieve quarter-mile times as quick as
on a consistent, repeatable basis. To date, it is the only electric sedan
able to achieve a quarter-mile time under 10 seconds. The power of the Lucid
Air is complemented by an available extended-range capability that achieves an
estimated EPA range of up to 517 miles https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=2478131909&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-air-sets-new-standard-with-517-miles-on-single-charge&a=estimated+EPA+range+of+up+to+517+miles )
on a single charge.
World's Fastest Charging EV
When it arrives to market, the Lucid Air will also be the fastest charging
electric vehicle ever offered (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=1657930283&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-air-fastest-charging-ev&a=fastest+charging+electric+vehicle+ever+offered ),
with the capability to charge at rates of up to 20 miles per minute when
connected to a DC Fast Charging network. For owners charging their Lucid Air in
real-world conditions on the road, that can translate into 300 miles of range
in just 20 minutes of charging.
Race-Proven EV Battery Packs
Lucid Motors drew upon 10 years of experience and over 20 million miles of
real-world testing in creating its in-house developed, compact 113kWh
extended-range battery pack (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=1173757038&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-space-concept-delivers-class-leading-interior-space&a=113kWh+extended-range+battery+pack ).
Further developed in the world's leading electric racing championship,
Lucid's race-proven battery technology excels with a custom Battery Management
System (BMS), clever cell packaging, and world-class energy density.
Class-Leading Interior Packaging and Largest Frunk
With Lucid's exclusive Space Concept philosophy, Lucid Air offers a full-size
luxury-class interior while maintaining an agile, sport sedan footprint. This
approach also results in the largest frunk of any electric car to date and
incredible bi-level storage capabilities in both front and rear compartments.
The Most Aerodynamic Luxury Car in the World
The Lucid Air is the world's most aero-efficient luxury car (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=486261877&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-air-achieves-industry-best-drag-coefficient&a=world%27s+most+aero-efficient+luxury+car ), with tests completed at Windshear's advanced rolling-road wind tunnel
verifying a coefficient of drag of 0.21.
Advanced Glass Cockpit Displays Combined with Tactile Physical Controls
The interior of the Lucid Air reflects a revolution in how next-generation
free-form displays are elegantly integrated into the design architecture of the
cabin, providing a beautiful and seamless way of interacting with the vehicle
software and human-centric user interface. In front of the driver is a 34-inch
curved Glass Cockpit 5K display that "floats" above the dashboard, contributing
to the light and airy feel of the interior. In addition, a retractable central
Pilot Panel sits in finger-tip reach of the driver and passenger for deeper
control of the vehicle's systems and functions. To complement the digital
displays, several highly tactile, precision-milled physical controls are
present, including ribbed turbines for steering wheel functions, a volume
control roller, and alloy toggle switches for tuning climate settings.
The Next Level in ADAS
The Lucid Air's advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS), Lucid DreamDrive, is
a first-of-its-kind platform combining the most comprehensive sensor suite on
with a cutting-edge Driver Monitoring System (DMS), all standard on the Lucid
Air Dream Edition. It is the first system of its kind to offer 32 sensors,
covering vision, radar and ultrasonics, plus the world's first standard
high-resolution LIDAR in an EV, all working alongside the standard DMS and
geo-fenced HD mapping to provide the safest possible approach to Level 2 and
Level 3 driver assistance technologies.
World's Most Advanced Lighting Technology
Lucid Air's headlamps are a truly revolutionary Micro Lens Array system
comprised of literally thousands of "light channels." Developed entirely
in-house, this technology provides the brightest, most precise and advanced
lighting system ever. Digital steering of light direction is possible by
digitally switching light channels in different directions, revolutionizing
visibility and enhancing safety.
Alexa Voice Natively Integrated into Lucid Air
Lucid has collaborated with Amazon to bring an advanced Alexa Built-In
implementation directly into Lucid Air. This enables the driver and passengers
to enjoy the full Alexa experience on the go – including navigation, calling,
streaming media, smart home control, and adding items to a shopping cart or
to-do list – all while keeping their eyes on the road and their hands on the
wheel. The Lucid implementation of Alexa also provides an expanded set of
localized vehicle control features of Lucid Air including HVAC, all with a simple
voice command. When a driver uses Alexa there will also be visual support for
commands via the Lucid Air's Glass Cockpit display. Over time, the available
feature set will continue to grow via Lucid's built-in Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.
A Dream Becomes Reality
The Lucid Air will be available initially in North America, offered in four model ranges:
-- The Air, the starting point for the lineup, available in 2022 and
starting below $80,000 ($72,500 after USA federal tax credit)*
-- The well-equipped Air Touring model, available late 2021, from $95,000
($87,500 after USA federal tax credit)*
-- The fully equipped Air Grand Touring, available mid 2021, from
$139,000 ($131,500 after USA federal tax credit)*
-- The all-inclusive, limited-volume Air Dream Edition, available spring
2021, at $169,000 ($161,500 after USA federal tax credit)*
Dream Edition
The Lucid Air Dream Edition will feature a unique combination of Lucid
attributes and technology, combining incredible performance with exceptional
range. The 1,080hp luxury EV sedan will be available in Stellar White, Infinite
Black, or a Dream Edition-exclusive Eureka Gold finish. Each color will come
with an exclusive "Santa Monica" themed interior trim package, including full
Nappa grain Bridge of Weir leather throughout and silvered Eucalyptus wood
accents. The Dream Edition will also feature a unique 21-inch "AeroDream" wheel
design and be highlighted by special badging and trim that marks its position
as a limited-production halo edition of the Lucid Air.
Touring and Grand Touring Editions
The heart of the Lucid Air lineup will be the Air Touring and Air Grand Touring
models, which offer 620hp and 800hp respectively. The Air Grand Touring will
have range available up to the recently announced estimated EPA rating of 517
miles. Full details of available configurations and all Air models can be found
on the Lucid Motors website (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=462613145&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lucidmotors.com%2F&a=Lucid+Motors+website ).
Availability
Reservations are open now for customers across the US and Canada, as well as in
select countries in Europe (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=1945064247&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-motors-opens-reservations-lucid-air-europe-fulfilling-its-promise-bring-groundbreaking&a=Europe )
and the Middle East. (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=2019475778&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-motors-opens-reservations-lucid-air-middle-east-significantly-expands-worldwide&a=Middle+East )
Those who are inspired can reserve the Lucid Air (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=3664938696&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Freserve&a=reserve+the+Lucid+Air )
via a $1,000 USD refundable deposit or the limited production Dream Edition
with a $7,500 USD refundable deposit. The luxury sedan will also be available
through the 20 Lucid Studios and Service Centers (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2912515-1&h=2425258662&u=https%3A%2F%2Flucidmotors.com%2Fmedia-room%2Flucid-motors-opening-20-sales-and-service-locations-north-america-through-2021&a=20+Lucid+Studios+and+Service+Centers ) that are planned to be open across North America by the close of 2021.
European and Middle East market delivery dates, pricing, and sales and service
center details will be announced at a later date.
Production at the Lucid Motors factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, will begin in
the coming months, with deliveries of the Lucid Air to North American customers
to commence in spring of 2021.
2021 Lucid Air Lineup at a Glance
Additional versions of the Lucid Air and new Lucid models will be shared in the
future, with the following providing specs on currently planned Lucid Air models:
Model Price (USD) Est. EPA Range
(up to)
Base Minus Tax Credit
Air Below $72,500 TBA
$80,000
Air Touring $95,000 $87,500* 406**
Air Grand
Touring $139,000 $131,500* 517**
Air Dream
Edition $169,000 $161,500* 465 (21"
AeroDream
wheels); 503
(19" wheels)
Model HP Performance (est.)
0-60 (sec) 1/4 Mile (sec)/ Top Speed (mph)
Speed (mph)
Air TBA TBA TBA TBA
Air Touring 620 3.2 11.4 / 123 155
Air Grand
Touring 800 3 10.8 / 133 168
Air Dream
Edition 1,080 2.5 9.9 / 144 168
Model Charging (up to) Availability
Miles/Time Peak
Fast Charge charging
DC speed
Air 300/20 minutes 1200 mph 2022
Air Touring 300 /20 minutes 1200 mph Q4 2021
Air Grand
Touring 300 /20 minutes 1200 mph Q2 2021
Air Dream
Edition 300 /20 minutes 1200 mph Q2 2021
*factoring in potential $7,500 USA Federal Tax Credit
**with 19" AeroRange wheel/tire package
About Lucid Motors
Lucid's mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable transportation by
creating the most captivating electric vehicles, centered around the human
experience. The company's first car, the Lucid Air, is a state-of-the-art
luxury sedan with a California-inspired design underpinned by race-proven
technology. Featuring luxurious interior space in a mid-size exterior
footprint, the Air will be capable of an estimated EPA range of over 500 miles
and 0-60 mph in under 2.5 seconds. Customer deliveries of the Lucid Air, which
will be produced at Lucid's new factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, will begin in
spring of 2021.
Media Contact
Andrew Hussey
media@lucidmotors.com
SOURCE Lucid Motors
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