[tomfence]

I drove the Taycan at Porsche’s “driving experience center” in LA while I was waiting for my Lucid GT to be delivered. While the “experience” was fun, the Taycan doesn’t compare to the Lucid GT in terms of luxury or battery. Battery range was most important for me, so it was a no brainer. I love my Lucid GT

 

[JohnPaul]

@tomfence have you taken delivery of your Air already? Share som pics if you have! What are your impressions and what (if anything) would you steal from the Porsche?

 

[tomfence]

@tomfence have you taken delivery of your Air already? Share som pics if you have! What are your impressions and what (if anything) would you steal from the Porsche?

Yes, I was one of the first grand tourings. Not a great pic, but this was in my carport. I absolutely love the car, and to be honest, I would take this over the Taycan in a second. I would like to be able to take this on a test track, though, which was a lot of fun about the Porsche driving experience.

 

[evonthego]

I drove the Taycan at Porsche’s “driving experience center” in LA while I was waiting for my Lucid GT to be delivered. While the “experience” was fun, the Taycan doesn’t compare to the Lucid GT in terms of luxury or battery. Battery range was most important for me, so it was a no brainer. I love my Lucid GT

What major automaker would you say its level of luxury is comparable to? Mercedes?
I've heard some people say it's like an S-Class.

 

[Tonym]

I test drove the taycan and loved it but could not get passed the range for the cost. I also looked at the Mercedes EQS the interior was immaculate with the hyperscreen but the range and l
ook of the vehicle. I had a Tesla 75 D for the past 5 years and just got my Lucid GT and I am in love with the car. The only gripe i have is the Navigation needs some work done, the speed the handling the performance and the looks

 

[evonthego]

I test drove the taycan and loved it but could not get passed the range for the cost. I also looked at the Mercedes EQS the interior was immaculate with the hyperscreen but the range and l
ook of the vehicle. I had a Tesla 75 D for the past 5 years and just got my Lucid GT and I am in love with the car. The only gripe i have is the Navigation needs some work done, the speed the handling the performance and the looks View attachment 1433

Welcome to the forum. Congrats on the Air!
How do you like the build quality here versus your Tesla?

 

[Tonym]

Thanks I don't have much to complain outside of the software which will get better over time. When i bought my Tesla in 2017 they had 5 years to fix alot of issues that came up in the earlier models I was fortunate I only had 2 issues and 1 of them was my fault back window would not rollup and i ran out of juice one day and it killed my 12v battery only issue in 5 years and 125k miles

 

[ac.bill]

I like the Taycan, considered it. I wanted something my wife would be comfortable in though. We are planning some trips and don't want to fly. The Lucid's amazing range and charging that even tops the Porsche made the choice easy. I am definitely not disappointed with the Air GTs handling. The suspension is magic, plush in Smooth mode but firm and direct in higher modes. The thrust clearly outpaces all but the fastest Taycan.

 

[Dave711]

I drove the Lucid Air Grand Touring 800 + horsepower. I didn't like the seating position, arm rests, stearing wheel and visablility. It was quick but I was not impressed. I will keep my Rivian R1S, a much bettert experience. Anyone want my Ludid reservation.

 

[steveinarizona]

I drove the Lucid Air Grand Touring 800 + horsepower. I didn't like the seating position, arm rests, stearing wheel and visablility. It was quick but I was not impressed. I will keep my Rivian R1S, a much bettert experience. Anyone want my Ludid reservation.

There is a gap between those who like the experience of driving a performance car (low seating position, etc.) and those who like the view from a higher seating position in a truck or SUV. I think they are both legitimate preferences. Dave711 appears to be in the latter category (although I see in another thread that Dave711 is trying to sell his reservation, not give it away).

 

[Dave711]

I have a corvette C8, there is no comparison. The drivers seat is uncomfortable and the regen breaking unpleasent.

 

[Dave711]

Hey, if you like it buy it.

 

[Air Head]

Yes, I was one of the first grand tourings. Not a great pic, but this was in my carport. I absolutely love the car, and to be honest, I would take this over the Taycan in a second. I would like to be able to take this on a test track, though, which was a lot of fun about the Porsche driving experience. View attachment 1432

I test drove the taycan and loved it but could not get passed the range for the cost. I also looked at the Mercedes EQS the interior was immaculate with the hyperscreen but the range and l
ook of the vehicle. I had a Tesla 75 D for the past 5 years and just got my Lucid GT and I am in love with the car. The only gripe i have is the Navigation needs some work done, the speed the handling the performance and the looks View attachment 1433

Congrats on getting your Airs guys!

@tomfence is this your first EV? @Tonym What issues do you have with the navigation?

 

[Air Head]

I drove the Lucid Air Grand Touring 800 + horsepower. I didn't like the seating position, arm rests, stearing wheel and visablility. It was quick but I was not impressed. I will keep my Rivian R1S, a much bettert experience. Anyone want my Ludid reservation.

Have you taken delivery of a R1S? Or are you still waiting on production?

 

[Dave711]

I am waiting.

 

[tomfence]

Congrats on getting your Airs guys!

@tomfence is this your first EV? @Tonym What issues do you have with the navigation?

No, I commuted in a Chevy spark ev about 8 years ago, but gave it up after the lease expired and I moved to Oregon. Still, even being a Chevy spark, I enjoyed driving it more than other cars of mine, like a bmw 335d. I’m very happy to be driving electric again, and never plan on going back.