Lucid Air Pure EV 2026 vs BMW iX5 (2027)

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thumb image Lucid Air Pure EV 2026 US$ 69,900
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thumb image BMW iX5 (2027) US$ 75,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Lucid BMW
Model Air Pure EV 2026 iX5 (2027)
Vehicle Type Electric Luxury Midsize SUV (Electric / Hydrogen Fuel Cell variant possible)
Trims Pure, Touring, Grand Touring, and Sapphire To be announced (likely Base, M Sport, xDrive variants)
Release Date October 2025 Expected 2027
Status Coming Soon Upcoming / Pre-Production
Made In Casa Grande, Arizona, USA Germany (Spartanburg, USA production possible)
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles 4 years / 50,000 miles (BMW Standard)
Colors Standard: Infinite Black, Cosmos Silver Premium: Stellar White, Quantum Grey, Zenith Red Multiple BMW palette options (Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Mineral White, Blue Ridge, Dravit Grey, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single & Dual Permanent-Magnet Motor Dual-motor setup (all-electric xDrive)
Horsepower 430 hp (RWD) 480 hp (AWD) Est. 500–550 hp (depending on trim)
Torque 406 lb-ft 700 Nm (516 lb-ft, est.)
Acceleration 0-60 mph: 4.5 sec (RWD), 3.8 sec (AWD) 0–60 mph in ~4.5 sec
Top Speed 140 mph (RWD), 150 mph (AWD) 130 mph (electronically limited)
Range 410 miles (RWD) 384 miles (AWD) 350–400 miles (est. WLTP)
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) or All Wheel Drive (AWD) AWD (xDrive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-Ion (NMC or LFP, TBD) Lithium-ion (6th-gen BMW battery packs, solid-state possible by 2027)
Battery Capacity 88 kWh 100–110 kWh usable
Power Consumption 25–27 kWh/100 miles 18–21 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed (AC Level 2, 19.2 kW): 6–7 hours (0–100%) 11 kW AC (0–100% in 8–9 hrs)
Supercharging Speed 250 kW (peak) 250–300 kW DC (est.)
DC Fast Charging Speed 15–20 min (10 to 80%) 10–80% in ~25–30 min
Miles of Range added Per Hour Level 2 (19.2 kW, 80A): 81 mph (with optional upgrade) 35–40 miles (AC), ~200+ miles in 20 min (DC)
Charging Time 8–9 hrs (AC), ~30 min (DC fast
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (Combined Charging System) CCS (Combined Charging System)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V, 12A): 3–4 miles of range per hour Level 2 (240V, 48A – 80A): 25–81 miles of range per hour BMW Wallbox, 110V/220V portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 19.2 kW (80A) max 11–22 kW (likely 22 kW in EU, 11 kW in US)

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 195.9 in (4.98 m) 194 in (4,940 mm)
Width 76.2 in (1.94 m) 78 in (1,990 mm)
Height 55.5 in (1.41 m) 69 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 116.5 in (2.96 m) 118 in (3,000 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 in (130 mm) 8 in (adjustable air suspension)
Cargo Space 22.1 cu ft (626 L) 33–72 cu ft (with seats down)
Curb Weight 4,850 lbs (2,200 kg) 5,500 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aero alloy wheels Alloy (M Sport, aerodynamic design)
Wheel Size 19" (std), 20" (opt) 19"–22" options
Front Tire 245/45 R19 265/50 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 245/45 R19 265/50 R19 (base)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Rack-mounted electric power steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (fixed gear) Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 36.4 ft (11.1 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 Dual-Zone Auto 4-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes USB-C / Wireless
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless (Standard)
Android Auto No Wireless (Standard)
Touchscreen 34" 5K Glass Cockpit (std) + Lower Touchscreen 14.9" Curved Display + 12.3" Instrument Cluster
WiFi & Hotspot WiFi 6 (std), 4G LTE Hotspot (1yr free) Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (dual audio/multipoint) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 13-Speakers 12–20 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Friction Braking System 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 (Front, knee, side, curtain) 8
Rear Seat Belt 3-point belts (x3) + LATCH Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors 12 (Front/rear/side) 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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