THE LUCID AIR TOURING HAS A SURPRISING RESULT IN OUR ROAD TRIP 10% CHALLENGE, TWICE!

EV Channels Review

Shane's Lucid Air Touring undergoes the '10% Challenge' twice in cold weather conditions, yielding surprising and somewhat disappointing results. The first attempt at an Evo charger saw the car achieve 91.7 miles and 2.72 miles/kWh after a 15-minute charge, hindered by potential station limitations and 37°F temperatures. The second attempt at an Electrify America station, in colder 27°F conditions, resulted in a worse outcome: 78.9 miles and 2.44 miles/kWh. Despite the 800-volt architecture, the charging performance and real-world efficiency, especially in the cold and with larger wheels, did not meet expectations, falling short of the Grand Touring variant and even comparable to some Tesla Model 3s. The reviewer expresses disappointment, attributing the poor results to a combination of cold weather, the specific wheel/tire setup, and potentially suboptimal charging sessions, vowing to retest in warmer conditions.