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How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Lucid Air

Pure configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.

Battery

88 kWh

Range

410 mi

Efficiency

4.0 mi/kWh

MSRP

$69,900

The Lucid Air is a highly efficient, long-range electric vehicle with a 88 kWh battery pack. Its 4 miles/kWh efficiency rating makes it one of the most economical EVs to charge. This model offers a compelling blend of performance and charging economy.

Ideal For
  • Long-distance travel and road trips
  • Budget-conscious daily commuting

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Cost to Charge Lucid Air at Home

Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.

Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
25.0 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$4.50
Cost per full charge
$15.84
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$45.00
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$540.00

Home Charging Breakdown

Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 250 kWh

Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,000 kWh

Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.50

EPA range per full charge: 410 miles

Cost to Charge Lucid Air at Public Charging Stations

100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.

Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
25.0 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$11.25
Cost per full charge
$39.60
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$112.50
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,350.00

Public Charging Breakdown

Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $3.75

Extra monthly cost vs home: $67.50 higher

Extra annual cost vs home: $810.00 higher

Compared to gas baseline: save $42.00/year

Charging Costs by State

Top 5 cheapest states for Lucid Air: Idaho, North Dakota, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri

StateRateMonthly CostAnnual CostRank
Idaho$0.12/kWh$30.00$360.00#1
North Dakota$0.12/kWh$30.00$360.00#2
Arkansas$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#3
Louisiana$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#4
Missouri$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#5
Montana$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#6
Nebraska$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#7
Oklahoma$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#8
Tennessee$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#9
Utah$0.13/kWh$32.50$390.00#10
Georgia$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#11
Iowa$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#12
Kentucky$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#13
Nevada$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#14
South Dakota$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#15
Washington$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#16
Wyoming$0.14/kWh$35.00$420.00#17
Kansas$0.15/kWh$37.50$450.00#18
Mississippi$0.15/kWh$37.50$450.00#19
North Carolina$0.15/kWh$37.50$450.00#20
Alabama$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#21
Arizona$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#22
Colorado$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#23
Florida$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#24
Minnesota$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#25
New Mexico$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#26
Oregon$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#27
South Carolina$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#28
Texas$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#29
Virginia$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#30
West Virginia$0.16/kWh$40.00$480.00#31
Indiana$0.17/kWh$42.50$510.00#32
Illinois$0.18/kWh$45.00$540.00#33
Ohio$0.18/kWh$45.00$540.00#34
Wisconsin$0.18/kWh$45.00$540.00#35
Delaware$0.19/kWh$47.50$570.00#36
Michigan$0.20/kWh$50.00$600.00#37
Pennsylvania$0.20/kWh$50.00$600.00#38
Maryland$0.21/kWh$52.50$630.00#39
New Jersey$0.23/kWh$57.50$690.00#40
Vermont$0.24/kWh$60.00$720.00#41
Alaska$0.26/kWh$65.00$780.00#42
New York$0.26/kWh$65.00$780.00#43
Connecticut$0.27/kWh$67.50$810.00#44
New Hampshire$0.27/kWh$67.50$810.00#45
Maine$0.28/kWh$70.00$840.00#46
Massachusetts$0.31/kWh$77.50$930.00#47
Rhode Island$0.31/kWh$77.50$930.00#48
California$0.32/kWh$80.00$960.00#49
Hawaii$0.40/kWh$100.00$1,200.00#50

How Long Does It Take to Charge?

Level 1 (120V outlet)

Speed: 3-5 miles/hour

Time to full: 55-74 hours

Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage

Level 2 (240V home)

Speed: 22-30 miles/hour

Time to full: 8-13 hours

Best for: Daily home charging

DC Fast Charging

Speed: up to 180 kW (130 miles in 15 min)

Time to 80%: about 33 minutes

Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups

Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo

Full Specifications

Model Year2024
TrimPure
Battery Size88 kWh
Range410 miles
Efficiency4.0 mi/kWh
Charging SpeedL1: 3-5 miles/hour; L2: 22-30 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 180 kW (130 miles in 15 min)
Seating5 seats
Categorysedan
MSRP$69,900

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to charge Lucid Air?

For a 1,000-mile month, Lucid Air is estimated near $45.00 using the current US average electricity rate of $0.18/kWh.

What is the cost of a full charge for Lucid Air?

A full battery cycle is about $15.84 at $0.18/kWh, and the model is rated around 410 miles of range.

How long does charging usually take for Lucid Air?

Typical windows are 55-74 hours on Level 1, 8-13 hours on Level 2, and around 33 minutes to reach 80% on DC fast charging.

How does Lucid Air compare to gas costs yearly?

Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.90/gal, this model can save roughly $852.00 per year in energy cost.

Who is Lucid Air best suited for?

Lucid Air is a strong fit for long-distance travel and road trips and budget-conscious daily commuting, with 4.0 mi/kWh efficiency and 410-mile range.

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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.90/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.