Lucid Motors has announced that Android Auto is now available for the Lucid Air sedan via a software update, making it the latest among EV manufacturers to offer popular phone-mirroring features, which are notably absent in Tesla, Rivian, and GM vehicles. The update follows the earlier addition of Apple CarPlay and highlights the ongoing competition among automakers to enhance in-car software and user experience.
Lucid Air vehicles now support Android Auto through an over-the-air update to Lucid OS 2.7.0, allowing seamless use of Android smartphones for maps, media, and messaging via wired or wireless connection, enhancing the vehicle's infotainment system.
The 2025 Lucid Air Pure has become the most efficient electric vehicle on the market, achieving 5 miles per kWh and a range of 420 miles on a single charge, thanks to the addition of a standard heat pump and upgraded computer hardware. Despite some discrepancies in MPGe calculations, the new model surpasses its 2024 predecessor in both efficiency and range.
Lucid has announced the availability of its lower-priced Lucid Air Pure RWD, starting at $77,400, with a range of 410 miles on a single charge. The Pure RWD model features a single rear-wheel motor, saving customers $5,000 compared to the dual-motor AWD version. It offers 430 horsepower, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and supports 250kW DC fast charging speeds. However, Lucid's decision to not adopt Tesla's EV charging connector may pose challenges for owners. Despite the lower price, the Lucid Air Pure RWD faces tough competition from Tesla's Model S, which offers AWD, similar range, and a lower starting price.
Lucid Group's shares fell by 8% after the company introduced a cheaper version of its Air electric luxury sedan, called the Air Pure, in an effort to boost demand. Priced at $77,400 with a range of 410 miles, the single-motor, rear-wheel-drive Air Pure is $5,000 cheaper than the previous lowest-cost model. Lucid's stock has been declining amid concerns about ongoing demand for the Air, despite positive reviews and the vehicle's long range. The introduction of a more affordable option comes as consumer borrowing costs rise and competitors, such as Tesla, slash prices.
Lucid Motors has launched the RWD Air Pure variant, the most affordable trim in its lineup, offering 410 miles of range on a single charge. Priced at $77,400, the sedan delivers 430 horsepower, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, and can replenish 150 miles of range in 12 minutes on a DC fast charger. Lucid CEO and CTO Peter Rawlinson believes that the RWD Air Pure is the car many have been waiting for, combining style, technology, range, and performance. The model is already in production and available for purchase.
Lucid Air electric vehicles now come standard with wireless CarPlay from Apple, allowing iPhone users to connect to CarPlay automatically without the need to plug in. The luxury electric vehicle was voted the 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year and starts at $87,400 for the Pure version.
