Still wavering on the fence

[Steveinarizona]

This is why I worry when I see so many posts from people who are happy they will get their cars six months or ten months from now, when supposedly Lucid will have “fixed all these issues.” They will never fix every issue. They will fix some things, and probably break others. There will always be some bugs.

I feel like some folks are setting themselves up for disappointment.

I am one of those waiting and hoping/expecting that Lucid will "fix" its software. By that I don't expect it to be perfect but I do expect it to be significantly better than it is now.

 

[Snafu]

I finally took a test drive in NJ yesterday (6.5 hour drive each way from NH) to confirm that I've made the correct choice to move on from Tesla, and I was relieved (and happy) to find it so. I'm not the super car buff and expert that many of you seem to be on this forum - this car is a big step up for me – but my impressions follow. Let’s just say that the long drive home in my Tesla seemed to be big step down after even the short test drive.

Pros:

• Quality of the interior trim
• Comfort/customization and roominess in the driver's seat (lumbar support in both the driver and passenger seat is a BIG plus – Tesla removed the latter due to chip shortages last year – no options to have it restored)
• Easy access to both physical buttons and digital displays within easy reach and their fixed location without being buried within some folder structure somewhere
• My eyes needed to drop only a couple inches for information/functions rather than moving my entire head to a single tablet with small typeface (which has been bothering me more and more lately)
• What really struck me, however, was confirming the quality of the ride itself - the connection between the wheel and the stability and smoothness of the drive was excellent. The demo car had the 19" wheels and Zenith Red, which I had ordered for my reservation - gorgeous in reality – so it gave me a good snapshot of the performance to expect. There was a showroom model with the Cosmos Grey that was a very close second, however, but the Red in the sunlight was much better (IMHO).
• The trunk will work for my needs, since I have a back-up car and friends with a truck should I need more capacity. Frunk was also a very good size (& has a power open/close).
• The overall space in the back seat (at least for someone of similar size to me)
• Did confirm the multiple security features – PIN, as opposed to facial recognition, a card key for valet parking, etc. I’m also a fan of the fob, since I have multiple other keys anyway.
• The sound system was pretty impressive, although my hearing may be suspect.
• The cameras and views as well as the positioning of the displays were excellent
• Even on a rather warm day, the car didn’t seem excessively hot with the glass roof.
• Range, Range, Range

Cons:

• Although I'm not thrilled with the shallow foot well in the back seat, the space will hopefully be adequate for those occasions when I have multiple passengers.
• Didn’t play much with the navigation system, but there was a noticeable lag and I didn’t have time to see how trip planning/charging functions worked. I’m anticipating software improvements over time.
• The whirring sound was a bit startling and is something I’ll need to get used to since I’ve been spoiled by the relative silence of the Tesla (music seemed to mask it well)
• Will be interested to see how the sparse EA network functions in my area vs the Tesla Superchargers and mapping out routes/charging stops (fewer with the longer range, I hope)
• Only the one 12v power outlet in the trunk seems to be a big loss of accessory power flexibility. Perhaps this can be something improved/retrofitted in the future?

 

[Sandvinsd]

Only the one 12v power outlet in the trunk seems to be a big loss of accessory power flexibility. Perhaps this can be something improved/retrofitted in the future?

That surprises me as well. Every car I have owned has had a 12v in the front. Many have had two, one in the front and one in the back. I think not having a second 12v power outlet is a BIG miss for Lucid

 

[DBV]

I finally took a test drive in NJ yesterday (6.5 hour drive each way from NH) to confirm that I've made the correct choice to move on from Tesla, and I was relieved (and happy) to find it so. I'm not the super car buff and expert that many of you seem to be on this forum - this car is a big step up for me – but my impressions follow. Let’s just say that the long drive home in my Tesla seemed to be big step down after even the short test drive.

Curious what Tesla you have now, as I am guessing it is not a refresh Model S or X? A refresh Model S is not a big step down, but a 3 or Y would be, but then i consider the 3/Y a big step down from a S or X. And range on a refresh S is just as good as the Touring or Pure models, as long as they are the range they Lucid are projected to be in those two models.

 

[Snafu]

Curious what Tesla you have now, as I am guessing it is not a refresh Model S or X? A refresh Model S is not a big step down, but a 3 or Y would be, but then i consider the 3/Y a big step down from a S or X. And range on a refresh S is just as good as the Touring or Pure models, as long as they are the range they Lucid are projected to be in those two models.

I have the Model Y (Long Range) - hated the doors on the X and the S didn't meet some of my practical requirements. As noted, the Lucid is a big step up for me, and I hope my last car purchase for quite a while. I found I was not quite as much of a "tech fan for tech's sake" as I thought.

 

[DBV]

I have the Model Y (Long Range) - hated the doors on the X and the S didn't meet some of my practical requirements. As noted, the Lucid is a big step up for me, and I hope my last car purchase for quite a while. I found I was not quite as much of a "tech fan for tech's sake" as I thought.

Cool - makes sense why it is a big step up from a Y. A Model S would be too.

 

[Zenithredgt60]

Lucid versus Porsche. The Tycan turbo was not as comfortable as the lucid in both seating comfort and roominess and visibility. From a driving perspective the lucid handles just as well as the Tycan in everyday driving and only on the track or at its limits would the Porsche be superior. The lucid ride is more composed over bumps and rough pavement. Having said all this the Tycan is a fantastic car and I loved it. The lucid is just more practical and it offers a lot more in terms of no compromises. When i bought the Lucid I originally thought i might keep both but found the lucid so fun to drive that I sold the Porsche back to the Porsche Dealer.

 

[Zenithredgt60]

I made a comment that Lucid has better Tech than Tesla. I was using the term more broadly and referring to the efficiency and range of the Air and the compactness of the Motors which allows for a larger frunk and rear seat area. Also charging potential and 900 volt architecture. I was not referring to the operational software per say. On my 2022 Model X, Tesla software is clearly ahead of lucid in terms of responsiveness and ease of use.

 

[MikeTz]

Lucid versus Porsche. The Tycan turbo was not as comfortable as the lucid in both seating comfort and roominess and visibility. From a driving perspective the lucid handles just as well as the Tycan in everyday driving and only on the track or at its limits would the Porsche be superior. The lucid ride is more composed over bumps and rough pavement. Having said all this the Tycan is a fantastic car and I loved it. The lucid is just more practical and it offers a lot more in terms of no compromises. When i bought the Lucid I originally thought i might keep both but found the lucid so fun to drive that I sold the Porsche back to the Porsche Dealer.

It took us a few months to decide but once we realized we kept using the Lucid a lot more often we did sell the Taycan. BTW, the Taycan sold close to MSRP after a two year ownership.

 

[Zenithredgt60]

It took us a few months to decide but once we realized we kept using the Lucid a lot more often we did sell the Taycan. BTW, the Taycan sold close to MSRP after a two year ownership.

Same for me - only lost 10k on the Tycan over two years. Obviously due to the fact that Porsche has supply chain issues and can’t build them to satisfy demand. Dealer told me If I lost a key they can’t get replacements. Porsche is shipping new cars with one key.

 

[thecodingart]

I have owned a Tycan turbo and a model s and a model x refresh. The lucid Gt touring is a combination of the best of all three with more range and better tech. Sure the software needs work but I experienced similar issues with Tesla and Porsche . It is a world calls EV with head turning styling and worth every penny.

If you owned a Taycan, why do you keep misspelling it everywhere?

 

[Tesla2.0]

In our other cars, including an AMG EQS, I just reach up and push a button to open the garage door. Simple, effective and fast.

Which is why I thought HomeLink on static left pilot panel make more sense. I hope they can incorporate there.

 

[borski]

If you owned a Taycan, why do you keep misspelling it everywhere?

Does it matter? Maybe they’re dyslexic, or English isn’t their first language.

 

[Slam08]

Which is why I thought HomeLink on static left pilot panel make more sense. I hope they can incorporate there.

Or on the rear view mirror. So many easy places for a garage door button.

 

[Steveinarizona]

If you owned a Taycan, why do you keep misspelling it everywhere?

You've never typoed?

 

[Zenithredgt60]

 

[Tesla2.0]

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Look at that curve. Ooooolala! Ugmmm uhmmmm….

 

[ggrooms]

My brother got a Model S 6 years ago and my son had an early Model 3. From my experience driving both, neither had software as bad as my DE.

Just my observation so no need to jump on me.

I have a brand new 3 and a AGT, Lucid drives better, 3 better at everything else. If $$ or patience an issue, then……

 

[Steveinarizona]

I have a brand new 3 and a AGT, Lucid drives better, 3 better at everything else. If $$ or patience an issue, then……

If one is prepared to "drive" a car where one has to look sideways to see how fast one is driving, etc. I am not.

 

[ggrooms]

none of this is meant to be personal. I do not find the Tesla 3 screen and mph to be problematic at all. I do find that the Lucid steering wheel blocks my view of the cruise control functions, which is problematic for me