Lucid Air vs Tesla Model S / Model X: Winter Range

The two longest-range EVs sold in the US, both heat-pump-equipped flagship sedans — but the Model S's future is now capped by Tesla ending production.

Lucid Airheat pump

EPA range512 mi

Est. winter @ -15°C385 mi

Retention75%

Peak DC charge300 kW

Preconditioning20–30 min while plugged in via app/schedule

Tesla Model S / Model Xheat pump

EPA range410 mi

Est. winter @ -15°C310 mi

Retention75%

Peak DC charge250 kW

Preconditioning20–30 min via Navigate to Supercharger

Verdict: The Lucid Air wins on both range (512 vs. 410 mi EPA) and charging architecture (900V vs. 400V, which holds up better in cold). The Model S still has Supercharger network access, but with production ended and only dealer stock remaining, the Air is the safer long-term pick for buyers cross-shopping today.

Estimates are modeled from official EPA range using reference loss bands at -15°C. Verify with the manufacturer and third-party tests before relying on them. See our methodology.