Lucid Air Pure 2025 vs BMW iX5 (2027)

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thumb image Lucid Air Pure 2025 US$ 69,900
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thumb image BMW iX5 (2027) US$ 75,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Lucid BMW
Model Air Pure 2025 iX5 (2027)
Vehicle Type Electric Luxury Midsize SUV (Electric / Hydrogen Fuel Cell variant possible)
Trims Pure, Touring, Grand Touring, Sapphire To be announced (likely Base, M Sport, xDrive variants)
Release Date October 2024 Expected 2027
Status Available Upcoming / Pre-Production
Made In USA (Casa Grande, Arizona) Germany (Spartanburg, USA production possible)
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (BMW Standard)
Colors Standard: Infinite Black, Cosmos Silver, Quantum Grey Premium: Stellar White, Zenith Red Multiple BMW palette options (Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Blue Ridge, Dravit Grey, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Dual-motor setup (all-electric xDrive)
Horsepower 430 hp Est. 500–550 hp (depending on trim)
Torque 406 lb-ft 700 Nm (516 lb-ft, est.)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds 0–60 mph in ~4.5 sec
Top Speed 140 mph 130 mph (electronically limited)
Range 410 miles 350–400 miles (est. WLTP)
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) AWD (xDrive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (6th-gen BMW battery packs, solid-state possible by 2027)
Battery Capacity 88 kWh 100–110 kWh usable
Power Consumption 25 kWh/100 miles 18–21 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 19.2 kW max 11 kW AC (0–100% in 8–9 hrs)
Supercharging Speed 200 mi in 12 min 250–300 kW DC (est.)
DC Fast Charging Speed 300+ kW peak 10–80% in ~25–30 min
Miles of Range added Per Hour 37 mi/hr 35–40 miles (AC), ~200+ miles in 20 min (DC)
Charging Time (DC 0-80%): Around 20-30 minutes 8–9 hrs (AC), ~30 min (DC fast
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (Combined Charging System) for DC fast charging / J1772 for AC Level 1 & 2. CCS (Combined Charging System)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V): 3-5 miles of range per hour (1.4 kW). Level 2 (240V, 40-80A): Up to 37 miles of range per hour (9.6 kW to 19.2 kW). BMW Wallbox, 110V/220V portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 19.2 kW 11–22 kW (likely 22 kW in EU, 11 kW in US)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,975 mm (195.9 in) 194 in (4,940 mm)
Width 1,935 mm (76.2 in) 78 in (1,990 mm)
Height 1,410 mm (55.5 in) 69 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 2,960 mm (116.5 in) 118 in (3,000 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 inch 8 in (adjustable air suspension)
Cargo Space 22.1 cu ft 33–72 cu ft (with seats down)
Curb Weight 4,850 lbs 5,500 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aero Wheel Alloy (M Sport, aerodynamic design)
Wheel Size 19-inch, 20-inch 19"–22" options
Front Tire 245/45 R19 (19") / 245/40 R20 (20") 265/50 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 265/45 R19 (19") / 265/40 R20 (20") 265/50 R19 (base)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 38.1 ft (11.6 m) 39 ft
Gear Box Direct drive Direct drive (EV standard)
Front Suspension Double-wishbone Double wishbone (adaptive)
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link (air suspension optional)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes BMW Driving Assistant Professional (semi-autonomous L2)
Navigation System Yes BMW iDrive 9 / 10 with AR HUD
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes 4-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input No USB-C / Wireless
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play No Wireless (Standard)
Android Auto No Wireless (Standard)
Touchscreen 34" 5K Glass Cockpit + Pilot Panel (lower touchscreen) 14.9" Curved Display + 12.3" Instrument Cluster
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 12 Speakers 12–20 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with ABS Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 Airbags (Dual front, front side, rear side, curtain, knee) 8
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Likely (X-Offroad Package)
Stability Control Yes Yes (DSC, DTC)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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