Lucid Air Grand Touring vs Skoda Enyaq 85: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Lucid Air Grand Touring vs Skoda Enyaq 85. 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 | Air Grand Touring | Enyaq 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Range Air Grand Touring wins | 830 km | 570 km |
| Battery Air Grand Touring wins | 112 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Efficiency Air Grand Touring wins | 13.5 kWh/100km | 16.2 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Air Grand Touring wins | 3 s | 6.7 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% Air Grand Touring wins | ~25 min | ~30 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price Enyaq 85 wins | $110,000 | $48,000 |
| Rating Air Grand Touring wins | 4.7 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $304/yr | $365/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | Air Grand Touring | Enyaq 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 112 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Range | 516 mi (EPA) | 570 km (WLTP) |
| Top speed | 168 mph | 180 km/h |
| Power | AWD · 819 hp | RWD · 282 hp |
| 0-60 mph | 3.0 s | — |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~25 min (250kW) | ~30 min (175kW) |
| Drive | Dual motor AWD | RWD |
| Efficiency | 4.6 mi/kWh | 16.2 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft + frunk | 585 L |
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.7 s |
Lucid Air Grand Touring
Pros
- Record range
- Brilliant efficiency
- Rapid acceleration
- Luxury cabin
Cons
- Very expensive
- Young brand
- Charging network improving
- Small rear seat
Skoda Enyaq 85
Pros
- Great range
- Superb practicality
- Excellent value
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Slow at the top charging curve
- Touchscreen-only controls
- Plain styling to some
- 7-seat option is tight
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lucid Air Grand Touring really better than Skoda Enyaq 85?
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, Lucid Air Grand Touring or Skoda Enyaq 85?
830 km vs 570 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 $304/yr for the Lucid Air Grand Touring and $365/yr for the Skoda Enyaq 85.
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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