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2023Large CarsElectricity

2023 Lucid Air G Touring XR AWD with 21 inch wheels

EPA ID: 46305
121
City MPG
121
Combined MPG
121MPG· Excellent
122
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2023 Lucid Air G Touring XR AWD with 21 inch wheels achieves an EPA-estimated 121 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 121 MPG in the city and 122 MPG on the highway.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $650, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $7,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassLarge Cars
Fuel TypeElectricity
EngineN/A
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions0 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score10/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$650
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $7,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
121.4
Impact vs EPA
$0
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

⚡ EV Climate Range Simulator

Cold (-10°F)70°FHot (110°F)

Extreme temperatures severely impact lithium-ion battery chemistry and require heavy HVAC usage. See how your range degrades in freezing winters or scorching summers.

Battery Efficiency
100%
Est. Real Range*
269 mi
*Assumes 75kWh pack

EV / PHEV Intel

Powertrain TypeElectricity
MPGe Combined121
A

Range Anxiety Index: Very Low Anxiety

Great for regional travel and daily driving with rare charging stops.

Estimated EPA Range: ~269 miles

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$573/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$20,000
58.1%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$4,000
11.6%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$10,000
29.1%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.2%
Total 5-Year Cost$34,400

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #26V017000·2026-03-04
critical
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Air vehicles equipped with an AD02 package and operating a software version from 2.8.0 through 2.8.16. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-01-0.

Campaign #25V670000·2025-12-03
critical
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Air vehicles operating a software version prior to 2.8.0. The lower console display may fail to show a rearview camera image or may show a delayed, inaccurate image of what is behind the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A rearview image that does not appear or fails to accurately depict behind the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-25-04-0. The information in your report suggests that Lucid may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.

Campaign #24V495000·2024-08-05
critical
Component: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air software update to identify a high voltage coolant heater failure and provide a warning to the driver. High voltage coolant heaters that fail will be replaced. Software updates and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-04-0. This recall is an expansion of Recall 24V-011.

Campaign #24V497000·2024-08-05
critical
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. When a hardware communication fault is detected, the High Voltage Interlock (HVIL) software could disconnect the high voltage contactors while the vehicle is in motion, causing a loss of drive power.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid released an over-the-air (OTA) software update June 24, 2024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-03-0.

Campaign #24V076000·2024-04-04
critical
Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL:SOFTWARE

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Air vehicles running software release versions 2.1.2 through 2.1.26. The software may cause a fault while the adaptive cruise control is on, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid released an over-the-air (OTA) software update in October 2023, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2024. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-02-0.

Campaign #24V011000·2024-03-07
critical
Component: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid will update the software to identify a high voltage coolant heater failure and provide a warning to the driver. High voltage coolant heaters that fail will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-01-0.

Campaign #23V708000·2023-12-11
critical
Component: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Lucid Air vehicles. Under certain conditions, temperature monitoring for the rear seat heaters could become inoperative and result in the rear seats overheating.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: Overheated rear seats can increase the risk of a burn injury.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-99-LUCID or 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-05-0.

Campaign #23V520000·2023-09-25
critical
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles with a software version between 2.015 and 2.0.50. The rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-02-0.

Campaign #23V521000·2023-09-25
critical
Component: VISIBILITY/WIPER

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. The wiper arm nuts may loosen, causing the windshield wipers to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid Service Centers will inspect, tighten the wiper arm nuts, and replace damaged parts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-02-0.

Campaign #23V523000·2023-09-25
critical
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. Software versions 2.0.64 and older may not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, which can result in a loss of drive power without warning.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-04-0.

Campaign #23V110000·2023-04-21
critical
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. The electrically activated contact switches that transfer energy to the drive motors, may unexpectedly open, cutting off power to the electric motors.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: Power loss will shut down electric motors, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Lucid Service Centers will update the vehicle software and replace the contactor switches, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-01-0.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$650
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $7,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City121 MPG
Highway122 MPG
Combined121 MPG

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.