I'VE DRIVEN LUCID AIR, MODEL S PLAID, EQS, & TAYCAN ALL WITHIN 1 WEEK! HERE ARE MY THOUGHTS

EV Channels Review

This video offers a comprehensive "mind dump" comparing four high-profile electric sedans: the Tesla Model S Plaid, Lucid Air Dream Edition Performance, Mercedes-Benz EQS, and Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo. The reviewer, Kyle, provides candid first impressions after driving them all within a single week. The Model S Plaid is lauded for its "insane" acceleration but criticized for its controversial yoke steering, lack of physical stalks, and unactivated performance features like torque vectoring and track mode, which are promised via future software updates. The Lucid Air Dream Edition is praised for its luxury, efficiency, and potential range, though it felt slower than the Plaid in initial sprints and its styling is described as "old manny." The Mercedes-Benz EQS is highlighted as the "most magical experience," offering unparalleled luxury, comfort, and a serene driving environment, despite the reviewer not personally favoring its styling. The Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo stands out for its exceptional driving dynamics and sporty feel, though its high price, especially with options, and lower EPA range are noted drawbacks. The reviewer emphasizes that while the Taycan is his personal choice for its driving feel, the Lucid Air might be the best all-around blend of performance, luxury, and range, while the EQS excels in comfort and the Plaid in straight-line acceleration and its Supercharger network. Charging infrastructure and real-world range are discussed as critical factors for road trips, with the Taycan noted as a charging "monster" and the EQS showing promising range potential.