Abarth 500e Scorpionissima vs Lucid Air Grand Touring: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Abarth 500e Scorpionissima 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 7 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 6 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | 500e Scorpionissima | Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range Air Grand Touring wins | 320 km | 830 km |
| Battery Air Grand Touring wins | 42 kWh | 112 kWh |
| Efficiency Air Grand Touring wins | 15 kWh/100km | 13.5 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Air Grand Touring wins | 7 s | 3 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% Air Grand Touring wins | ~35 min | ~25 min |
| Seats Air Grand Touring wins | 4 | 5 |
| Price 500e Scorpionissima wins | $36,000 | $110,000 |
| Rating Air Grand Touring wins | 4.0 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $338/yr | $304/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | 500e Scorpionissima | Air Grand Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 42 kWh | 112 kWh |
| Range | 320 km (WLTP) | 516 mi (EPA) |
| Top speed | 155 km/h | 168 mph |
| Power | FWD · 155 hp | AWD · 819 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.0 s | — |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~35 min (85kW) | ~25 min (250kW) |
| Drive | FWD | Dual motor AWD |
| Efficiency | 15.0 kWh/100 km | 4.6 mi/kWh |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Cargo | 185 L | 18 cu ft + frunk |
| 0-60 mph | — | 3.0 s |
Abarth 500e Scorpionissima
Pros
- Big fun factor
- Hot-hatch feel
- Iconic styling
- Great in the city
Cons
- Short range
- Tiny boot
- 2 rear seats only
- Fake sound not for everyone
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 Abarth 500e Scorpionissima?
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, Abarth 500e Scorpionissima or Lucid Air Grand Touring?
320 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 $338/yr for the Abarth 500e Scorpionissima and $304/yr for the Lucid Air Grand Touring.
Should I compare more models?
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