Comparison between:
- 2021 Tesla Model S Performance (PMSR)
- 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition R 21"
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Tesla Model S Performance (PMSR) | 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition R 21" | |
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| Model alias | Model S Performance PMS Reluctance | - |
| Trim | Performance (PMSR) | Dream Edition R 21" |
| Model year | 2021 (MY21) | 2022 (MY22) |
| Market | North America | North America |
| Price | - | USD 169,000 (USA, Feb 2023) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Materials | Aluminium high-strength boron steel | Steel |
| Exterior colors | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Deep Blue Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat | Eureka Gold Stellar White Infinite Black Zenith Red |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White Cream | Graphite and Ceramic with Silvered Eucalyptus trim |
| Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 195.7 in 4970 mm | 195.9 in 4975 mm |
| Width | 78.2 in 1987 mm | - |
| Width with mirrors | 86.2 in 2189 mm | 86.5 in 2196 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 77.3 in 1964 mm | 76.3 in 1939 mm |
| Height | 56.9 in 1445 mm | 55.7 in 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in 2960 mm | 116.5 in 2960 mm |
| Front track | 65.4 in 1662 mm | 65.7 in 1669 mm |
| Rear track | 66.9 in 1700 mm | 65.6 in 1666 mm |
| Front overhang | 36.6 in 929 mm | 37.0 in 941 mm |
| Rear overhang | 42.6 in 1081 mm | 42.3 in 1075 mm |
| Approach angle | - | 11 ° |
| Departure angle | - | 14 ° |
| Clearance | 5.3 in 135 mm | 5.4 in 136 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 4.6 in 117 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.3 in 160 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 38.8 in 986 mm | 39.5 in 1003 mm |
| Rear headroom | 35.3 in 897 mm | 38.3 in 973 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in 1466 mm | 58.3 in 1481 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.0 in 1397 mm | 54.5 in 1384 mm |
| Front hip room | 55.0 in 1397 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 54.7 in 1389 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in 1085 mm | 45.4 in 1153 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.4 in 899 mm | 37.4 in 950 mm |
| Trunk volume | 744.7 l 26.30 ft3 0.74 m3 | 456.0 l 16.10 ft3 0.46 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1645.2 l 58.10 ft3 1.65 m3 | - |
| Secondary trunk volume | 59.5 l 2.10 ft3 0.06 m3 | 280.0 l 9.89 ft3 0.28 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4940.56 lb 2241 kg | 5235.98 lb 2375 kg |
| Payload | 1056.01 lb 479 kg | 1080.27 lb 490 kg |
| GVWR | 5996.57 lb 2720 kg | 6283.17 lb 2850 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.24 Cd | 0.197 Cd |
| Additional information | Optional rear-facing child seat available (seats up to two children) The single value ground clearance is valid for the AWD version with Coil Suspension The ground clearance range is valid for vehicles with Air Suspension | GAWR front - 1430 kg / 3153 lbs GAWR rear - 1450 kg / 3197 lbs |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | - |
| Electric motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 375 kW 502.9 hp 509.9 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 5900 rpm | - |
| Torque | 650 Nm 66.3 kgm 479.4 ft-lb | - |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 16000 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Ludicrous | Smooth Swift Sprint |
| Additional information | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Tesla | - |
| Model | L13 | - |
| Motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 193 kW 258.8 hp 262.4 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 6100 rpm | - |
| Torque | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb | - |
| Maximum torque RPM | 0 - 18000 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Smooth Swift Sprint |
| Additional features | A permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | - | 696 kW 933.4 hp 946.3 ps |
| Total system torque | - | 1390 Nm 141.7 kgm 1025.2 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h | 167.8 mph 270.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 2.60 s | - |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 2.40 s | 2.74 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 326.0 mi / 524.6 km EPA, CMB: 387.0 mi / 622.8 km | EPA, CMB: 481.0 mi / 774.1 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 98 MPGe EPA, CTY: 114 MPGe EPA, CMB: 31 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 35 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 96 MPGe EPA, CMB: 110 MPGe EPA, HWY: 93 MPGe EPA, HWY: 106 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 117 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 116 MPGe EPA, HWY: 115 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | - |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 11.9 m 39.04 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.05 | 2.3 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.734 | 7.06 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | 9.325 | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Optional air suspension with fully-adaptive damping Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent 5-link Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Optional air suspension with fully-adaptive damping Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) for air suspension vehicles only | Independent Integral-link Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.0 in 355 mm | 15.0 in 380 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.3 in 32 mm | 1.5 in 38 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 14.4 in 365 mm | 14.8 in 375 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 1.1 in 28 mm | 1.2 in 30 mm |
| Additional information | - | Six-piston fixed front calipers Four-piston fixed rear calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx19 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 8.5Jx21 ET40 9Jx21 ET40 | - |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/45R19 98V 245/35R21 245/35R21 96Y 265/35R21 | 245/35R21 99Y 265/35R21 103Y |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 100 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung SDI |
| Model | NCR18650A | Samsung 50G 21700 |
| Type | NCA | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 8256 | 6600 |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 16 | 22 |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 900 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | - |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | NACS | Type 1 CCS1 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 5.76 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 150 kW DC 200 kW | AC 19.2 kW DC 300 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 200 kW, 0:24 DC 150 kW, 0:35 AC 11.5 kW, 8:42 | - |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 2 x activated carbon air purification filters (S) Automatic keyless entry (S) Carbon fibre spoiler (S) Center armrest with two cup holders (S) Front sun visors with mirrors (S) Fully trimmed frunk and rear cargo area with keyless open (S) Glove compartment (S) HEPA filter system with Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Integrated Center Console (O) Micro-filter ventilation system with replaceable filters (S) Open center console storage area (S) Parcel shelf (S) Red Brake Calipers (O) 3-point front seats safety belts with pretentioners, load limiters, lap anchor pretensioners (S) 3-point second row safety belts for all seats (S) 360-degree parking camera (O) 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) (S) Advanced side curtain air bags (S) Anti-theft alarm and immobilizer system (S) Automatic driving on city streets (O) Automatic emergency braking (S) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) Cabin-facing camera (S) Crash sensor for high voltage disconnect (S) Driver and front passenger knee air bags (S) Driver and front passenger seat sensors (S) Driver and front passenger seat side air bags (S) Driver and passenger front air bags (S) Driver seat position sensor (S) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (S) Forward looking radar hidden near the Tesla front logo (S) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front collision warning (S) Front row acoustic safety belt warning (S) High-Speed autosteer (S) Integrated Advanced Stability Control (S) Interior, emergency manual release mechanism for all doors, frunk and rear cargo area (S) Lane depart sensors (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (S) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Occupants sensor (S) Rear door child safety locks (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (S) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Rollover crash sensor (S) Side collision warning (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Three second row LATCH attchments (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (S) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (S) 22 x -speaker, 960-watt audio system (S) 12V power outlet (S) 17-inch capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 2200 x 1300 px (S) 8-inch display for rear passengers (S) AM/FM/HD radio (S) Bluetooth (S) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) High-definition back-up camera (O) Homelink with auto open/close of garage door/gate (S) Maps and Navigation with real-time traffic updates (S) Satellite radio (S) Standard-definition back-up camera (S) Streaming audio (S) Wi-Fi ready (S) Wireless connectivity (capability) (O) Wireless phone charger (S) Automatic tri-zone climate control (S) 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback (S) Built-in rear-facing child seats (O) Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S) Heated 12-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) Ventilated front seats (S) Heated stearing wheel (S) Yoke steering wheel (S) Active panoramic roof (O) Auto present door handles (S) Black or body coloured aluminum roof (S) Flush-mounted door handles (S) Frameless, tempered safety glass front windows (S) Heated windshield (S) Lighted door handles (S) Manual rear liftgate (S) Metal interior door handles (S) Power rear liftgate (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down (S) Rain-sensing, adjustable-speed windshield wipers (S) Solar-absorbing, laminated safety glass rear window with defroster (S) Solid tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S) Washer nozzle heaters (S) Windscreen wiper/de-icer (S) Auto-dimming mirrors (S) Power-folding and heated side mirrors (S) 3-position LED turning headlights (S) Automatic high/low beam headlights (S) Bi-functional automatic halogen headlights (S) Bi-functional high intensity Xenon headlamps (O) Convenienve lighting (S) Fascia-mounted rear reflex reflectors (S) Feature backlit, turn side-repeator lamps (S) Front LED map lights (S) High-mounted LED stop lamp (S) LED ambient interior lighting (S) LED cornering lights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED front and rear side-marker lights (S) LED front fog lamps (S) LED rear taillights (S) Liftgate mounted LED tail and LED back up lamps (S) Park lights (S) Steering-activated LED cornering lights (O) Carbon fibre accents (O) Cloth and synthetic leather materials (S) Dark ash wood decor (S) Figured ash wood decor (O) Piano black decor accents (S) Vegan interior with Premium Seats (O) | Platinum polish finish with titanium C-pillar flag (S) Adaptive Cruise Control with Speed Limit Assist (S) Automatic Emergency Braking (S) Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) (S) Automatic Park In & Out (S) Blind Spot Warning and Display (S) Curtain airbag (S) Driver Monitoring System (S) Dual front side-mounted airbags (S) Forward Collision Warning (S) Front and Rear Cross Traffic Protection (S) Front and rear head airbags (S) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front impact sensors (S) Front seats belt pre-tensioners (S) Front, side, and rear view camera (S) Future-ready hardware for semi-autonomous driving system (S) Heated and ventilated front seats (S) High Beam Assist (S) Highway Assist (S) Keyless Entry System (S) Knee airbags for driver and front passenger (S) Lane Departure Protection (S) LATCH/ISOFIX on rear outer seats (S) Long-range and short-range radars (S) Park Distance Warning (S) Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation (S) Rear door child safety locks (S) Rear Pedestrian Collision Protection (S) Rear View Monitoring (S) Side impact sensors on front doors (S) Stability and traction control (S) Surround View monitoring with Blind spot delay (S) Tire pressure monitoring (S) Traffic Drive-Off Alert (S) Traffic Jam Assist (S) Traffic Sign Recognition (S) 8 x Ultrasonic sensors (S) 21 x -speaker Surreal Sound Pro system with Dolby Atmos (S) 12V power socket in the trunk (S) 34-inch 5K display for Cockpit Panel (S) Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (S) Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (S) HD Radio (S) Lucid User Experience with navigation and Alexa Built-in (S) 4 x USB Type-C ports front and rear (S) Wireless charging pad (S) Climate control (S) Rear ventilation ducts (S) Heated rear seats (S) Power-adjustable front seats with massage function (S) Glass canopy roof (S) Power liftgate (S) Power windows with obstacle detection (S) Windshield and rear window defroster (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror (S) Power-adjustable side mirrors with memory (S) Side mirrors heater / defroster (S) Illuminated mirrors on the sun visors (S) LED Ambient lighting (S) LED DRLs (S) Nappa full-grain leather (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | MCUZ / MCU3 - Custom AMD Ryzen YE180FC3T4MFG - Quad-core CPU with 512KB L2 cache per core and 4MB L3 cache - AMD Navi23 GPU (215-130000026) - 8/16GB DDR4 - 8GB GDDR6 - 256GB SSD - 10 teraflops processing power - LG Innotek ATC5CPC001 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module - Quectel AG525R-GL cell modem - SPC5748GSMMJ6 gateway - ADSP-SC587W SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 1 - AD21584 SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 2 - Realtek RTL9068ABD Ethernet switch 16V Li-Ion auxiliary battery - often mislabeled as 12V - made by CATL - Self-protection mode - Battery management system - LIN data communication - Four NMC pouch cells - 15.5 - 15.8 operating voltage - 6.9 - 7.5 Ah - 99 Wh - 3.7 V nominal - more than 2000 cycles - 1.8 kg / 3.97 lbs | Lucid Electric Advanced Platform (LEAP) |
| 2021 Tesla Model S Performance (PMSR) | 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition R 21" |