DS 3 E-Tense vs Lucid Air Grand Touring: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: DS 3 E-Tense vs Lucid Air Grand Touring. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
Lucid Air Grand Touring wins this head-to-head
It wins 6 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 5 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | 3 E-Tense | Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range Air Grand Touring wins | 400 km | 830 km |
| Battery Air Grand Touring wins | 54 kWh | 112 kWh |
| Efficiency Air Grand Touring wins | 15.8 kWh/100km | 13.5 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Air Grand Touring wins | 9 s | 3 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% Air Grand Touring wins | ~35 min | ~25 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price 3 E-Tense wins | $35,000 | $110,000 |
| Rating Air Grand Touring wins | 4.0 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $356/yr | $304/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | 3 E-Tense | Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 54 kWh | 112 kWh |
| Range | 400 km (WLTP) | 516 mi (EPA) |
| Top speed | 150 km/h | 168 mph |
| Power | FWD · 154 hp | AWD · 819 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.0 s | — |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~35 min (100kW) | ~25 min (250kW) |
| Drive | FWD | Dual motor AWD |
| Efficiency | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 4.6 mi/kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 350 L | 18 cu ft + frunk |
| 0-60 mph | — | 3.0 s |
DS 3 E-Tense
Pros
- Stunning interior
- Stylish design
- Decent range
- Comfortable
Cons
- Modest performance
- Average charging
- Tight rear seat
- DS premium pricing
Lucid Air Grand Touring
Pros
- Record range
- Brilliant efficiency
- Rapid acceleration
- Luxury cabin
Cons
- Very expensive
- Young brand
- Charging network improving
- Small rear seat
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lucid Air Grand Touring really better than DS 3 E-Tense?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, DS 3 E-Tense or Lucid Air Grand Touring?
400 km vs 830 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $356/yr for the DS 3 E-Tense and $304/yr for the Lucid Air Grand Touring.
Should I compare more models?
Yes - add both models to our interactive comparator to see every spec side by side, or use the Which EV quiz to find more models that fit your budget and lifestyle.
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