Does she really drive far enough on a daily basis whereby a 300+ mile range would be a problem? If she isn't doing 300 miles/day and if you own a home you put in an AC charger and charge at night when electricity is cheapest and the car will be fully charged up if you charge to 100%. At least on the west coast home AC charging is cheaper than using DCFC so its a win win. On long trips you can plan where to stop to charge (and the Lucid mapping software can help here too)
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The long-term concern over Lucid being around in 5-10 years, getting ongoing support and service, etc is a wholly valid concern.
But I think most of us could tell you that range in the GGT is pretty much a non-issue. Especially for anyone coming from another EV (which almost surely had shorter range). The additional range in the Gravity eliminates most range anxiety.
Like any BEV, it's still real. You still have to choose routes that have decent charging options. But the long range of the Gravity expands those routes greatly. Unless you frequent some of the worst states for coverage (Wyoming, the Dakotas, Alaska), or do a lot of routes off interstates, there's usually good coverage now. And getting better fast with Ionna, Walmart, and Mercedes expanding their great networks.
Here's an example of how much better the Gravity range is... Every other month we drive between Denver and Las Vegas (785 miles). In our previous Mustang Mach-E, that took 5 charging stops. In our Porsche Macan it takes 4. In our Gravity it takes just 3, and we could do it in just 2 if we wanted to take the time to charge above 95% at the first stop (which doesn't make much sense). In most other EVs, 200-250 miles of high speed interstate may be possible but it comes with some compromises and anxiety. Gotta plan a more carefully, and often run legs down to <10% which is where the anxiety starts creeping in. But in the Gravity, 200 miles is pretty easy from an 80-85% charge and arriving with a comfortable 20% left. That's 3 hours on the road. By then we're ready for a break anyway. And when starting the day with 100%, 275 miles is pretty easy with plenty of safety buffer left.
Gravity GT owner since October 2025
9.7/10 vehicle overall.
Very minor software issues since the start, now basically none since 3.6.
Zero Key FOB issues.
Zero mechanical issues.
Excellent build quality overall.
The manual seat folding stuff you mentioned is silly to get worked up over. How often are you flat folding all 3 rows and stowing the 3rd row that it is such an inconvenience to do with your hand? It takes 10 seconds.
Best car I've ever owned. No other 3 row EV comes close to competing in Driving experience, space, comfort, luxury, efficiency. It is, in my opinion, sitting in a class of it's own and second place isn't close.
Very strongly recommend.
9.7/10 vehicle overall.
Very minor software issues since the start, now basically none since 3.6.
Zero Key FOB issues.
Zero mechanical issues.
Excellent build quality overall.
The manual seat folding stuff you mentioned is silly to get worked up over. How often are you flat folding all 3 rows and stowing the 3rd row that it is such an inconvenience to do with your hand? It takes 10 seconds.
Best car I've ever owned. No other 3 row EV comes close to competing in Driving experience, space, comfort, luxury, efficiency. It is, in my opinion, sitting in a class of it's own and second place isn't close.
Very strongly recommend.
Dont worry, Lucid is here to stay.
Saudi PIF which is worth 1 trillion dollars is bankrolling it. They made Lucid build a factory in Saudi to establish manufacturing in the country, a diversification from oil and jobs for its citizens. Saudi Gov committed to buying 100k vehicles…these will be the ones produced in the Saudi factory.
Regarding Volvo, they are owned by Geely- Polestar also owned by Geely is banned in the US from selling cars from next year for security reasons. I would be more concerned about Volvo still selling….
The Gravity is the best vehicle ever made, and not even a debate. - the performance, space, handling, efficiency……nothing comes close to having this combination. Yeah, you can get a Lamborghini Urus, or a Range Rover, or Rivian….but none of these have all the attributes.
As a current owner of an Air, I can attest to all of the positive attributes of the car. The Gravity seems to have improved upon what was a very good sedan. These are drivers' vehicles that surpass most owners expectations. At the same time this is a new company that is still working the bugs out. As such, there are some aspects of their cars that are not as refined as they should be. Quality control can be a bit hit or miss out of the factory and service centers often struggle to keep pace with repairs and fit and finish issues. Software reliability has been a challenge for the company but continues to improve with each successive update. If you can tolerate some of this unpredictability it's a great car. Others might find the ownership experience to be maddening. Only you can decide.
Unfortunately there are distinct challenges and headwinds which make the future of the company uncertain. Any purchasing decision should take this into account. With respect to the organization, realize that this is a startup car company largely funded by a single investor, the Saudi Arabia Private Investment Fund (PIF). The future of the company is largely dependent on the PIF and their commitment. That commitment is complicated by the uncertainty of the EV market in the short and long term and geopolitical concerns. Anyone that opines on what the PIF may or may not do in the future is merely speculating. The company has a long path to profitability and has also undergone multiple leadership changes in the last 18 months. There are no guarantees that the current leadership team will be able to improve the companies profitability, successfully launch the mid size vehicle, and secure the billions in capital and operating funds needed to ensure long term viability. The reality is that most startup organizations don't make it and those that do have to overcome tremendous odds. The jury is still out on Lucid in that regard.
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I'll chime in more here.
I got my GGT at the end of April this year ('26). I have pretty much every upgrade package except DD Pro (have DD Premium). I have the 5-seat variant - I didn't need the extra seats and wanted the extra range and storage space (have the smallest wheels, too).
My car was built after the 2nd row seat issues were figured out, so I have had no issues with vehicle performance or quality since delivery and have never had to go back to service for anything.
This is my 4th car in my life (I'm closer to 50 than 60), as I tend to keep my cars for years. My last 2 were BMWs, which I loved as great driving cars. The Gravity far surpasses them in its driving characteristics. I can say that I have never driven a car that handles and performs so well on the road - without even qualifying for its size. I am still shocked every time I drive it how well it handles and how smooth it drives - yet still leaves me feeling connected to the road.
The first trip I had to drive was from NYC to Atlanta and back when the car only had 100 miles on it. I still can't believe how easy and comfortable that drive was. Made the 900-mile (each way) trip with only 3 charge stops each way - none of which was over 20 minutes (and that at a Tesla 325kW charger that derated itself to 250). I am regularly getting ~3.30 miles/kWh on the highway with A/C and the radio always running and a cooler plugged into the rear outlets (living in NYC, I tend to only drive on long-distance trips).
I got my car right as Lucid was starting to get serious about improving the software, so I have had relatively few software issues. However, there are some minor issues that they continue to improve as updates come out. (Example - the range spider on the charge screens doesn't seem to real-time update based on your location or charge state. Kind of irritating after a drive to Cape Cod where I had 25% charge on arrival, but it was showing me a range spider as if I was still in NYC with an 80% charge...) I haven't checked to see if the 3.6.0 update fixed this. It's not a critical feature - but it's one of those things that gets on your nerves once you notice it.
I have never had any issues with the key fob. I thought I did at first - but then I realized I had the settings set to "not open on proximity". Once I toggled that button, everything worked fine. So, chalk that up to user error.
My single biggest concern is regarding the company and its finances. Once I determined that I liked the Gravity (before purchase), that was the issue that I spent the most time on. I got comfortable with that based on a few items:
1) Lucid has built a beautiful product. Both the Air and Gravity are awesome cars - especially for a start-up automaker. While there are no guarantees, having a world-class product increases the odds of corporate success - they just have to find a way to monetize that product more effectively.
2) The PIF seems to be solidly behind them. Again, that's no guarantee of success, as even a deep-pocketed investor will walk away if they see no hope of getting their money back. However, I think the PIF sees the possibility in Lucid still, especially with production potential in SA.
3) Uber. I was greatly heartened when I saw the Uber partnership/investment. EVs are the obvious candidates for autonomous driving platforms, and the only other significant options in the US are Tesla and Rivian. Elon isn't likely to have someone alter his own market view and decision making, and Rivian is already largely tied to Amazon. With Uber behind Lucid, that makes for a great long-term use case for Lucid engineering.
The management shake-up was definitely scary - but needed. Lucid's initial management were principally engineers. They did a great job engineering and building a great car, but Lucid needs a team now that will take a great product and create a more effective production, marketing and service platform. I am hoping these are the right guys to do it.
I got my GGT at the end of April this year ('26). I have pretty much every upgrade package except DD Pro (have DD Premium). I have the 5-seat variant - I didn't need the extra seats and wanted the extra range and storage space (have the smallest wheels, too).
My car was built after the 2nd row seat issues were figured out, so I have had no issues with vehicle performance or quality since delivery and have never had to go back to service for anything.
This is my 4th car in my life (I'm closer to 50 than 60), as I tend to keep my cars for years. My last 2 were BMWs, which I loved as great driving cars. The Gravity far surpasses them in its driving characteristics. I can say that I have never driven a car that handles and performs so well on the road - without even qualifying for its size. I am still shocked every time I drive it how well it handles and how smooth it drives - yet still leaves me feeling connected to the road.
The first trip I had to drive was from NYC to Atlanta and back when the car only had 100 miles on it. I still can't believe how easy and comfortable that drive was. Made the 900-mile (each way) trip with only 3 charge stops each way - none of which was over 20 minutes (and that at a Tesla 325kW charger that derated itself to 250). I am regularly getting ~3.30 miles/kWh on the highway with A/C and the radio always running and a cooler plugged into the rear outlets (living in NYC, I tend to only drive on long-distance trips).
I got my car right as Lucid was starting to get serious about improving the software, so I have had relatively few software issues. However, there are some minor issues that they continue to improve as updates come out. (Example - the range spider on the charge screens doesn't seem to real-time update based on your location or charge state. Kind of irritating after a drive to Cape Cod where I had 25% charge on arrival, but it was showing me a range spider as if I was still in NYC with an 80% charge...) I haven't checked to see if the 3.6.0 update fixed this. It's not a critical feature - but it's one of those things that gets on your nerves once you notice it.
I have never had any issues with the key fob. I thought I did at first - but then I realized I had the settings set to "not open on proximity". Once I toggled that button, everything worked fine. So, chalk that up to user error.
My single biggest concern is regarding the company and its finances. Once I determined that I liked the Gravity (before purchase), that was the issue that I spent the most time on. I got comfortable with that based on a few items:
1) Lucid has built a beautiful product. Both the Air and Gravity are awesome cars - especially for a start-up automaker. While there are no guarantees, having a world-class product increases the odds of corporate success - they just have to find a way to monetize that product more effectively.
2) The PIF seems to be solidly behind them. Again, that's no guarantee of success, as even a deep-pocketed investor will walk away if they see no hope of getting their money back. However, I think the PIF sees the possibility in Lucid still, especially with production potential in SA.
3) Uber. I was greatly heartened when I saw the Uber partnership/investment. EVs are the obvious candidates for autonomous driving platforms, and the only other significant options in the US are Tesla and Rivian. Elon isn't likely to have someone alter his own market view and decision making, and Rivian is already largely tied to Amazon. With Uber behind Lucid, that makes for a great long-term use case for Lucid engineering.
The management shake-up was definitely scary - but needed. Lucid's initial management were principally engineers. They did a great job engineering and building a great car, but Lucid needs a team now that will take a great product and create a more effective production, marketing and service platform. I am hoping these are the right guys to do it.
Thanks everyone for sharing your lived experiences and thoughts on Lucid’s future. It’s clear that, despite its shortcomings, this is a car that owners genuinely love. I really appreciate the candid feedback.
On range: This is a non-issue for 99% of the time. We’re in San Diego, and our average daily driving is under 30 miles. About once a month, we’ll do a 250-mile round trip to Los Angeles. We’re also hoping to make a couple of trips each year to national parks across the western U.S. I can only imagine the delight of those roadtrips in a car like GGT. Those will require some planning, but that’s true regardless gas stations can also be sparse around many parks. In fact, with an EV, there’s always the option of charging anywhere there’s access to electricity, even if it’s slow.
The Gravity Grand Touring’s battery is in a league of its own for a seven-seater, and that’s a major advantage. We already charge another PHEV on Level 2 at home, so slower overnight charging isn’t a concern. We’ll need to upgrade our electrical service for second car, but we’d have to do that regardless of whether we buy a Lucid.
Almost every three-row EV in this segment is a first-generation product, and all of them have significant issues, arguably some worse than Lucid’s. For example, the EX90 has had problems where some owners can charge at Superchargers but not reliably at home, which is pretty remarkable. Volvo service also appears to be heavily backed up and not good.
Unfortunately, if you end up with a problematic vehicle, it’s a world of pain regardless of the brand. This doesn’t seem to be unique to EVs, my local Honda dealer’s service has steadily deteriorated over the past decade while costs have continued to rise. There seems to be a broader, systemic issue with automotive service. I am choosing to go to independent shop with the car now being out of extended warranty (that came is very handy).
The unique challenge for EVs today is the lack of an independent repair ecosystem. I think that will inevitably change over the long term as EV adoption grows and right-to-repair regulations continue to evolve, but it will take time, scale, and demand.
On range: This is a non-issue for 99% of the time. We’re in San Diego, and our average daily driving is under 30 miles. About once a month, we’ll do a 250-mile round trip to Los Angeles. We’re also hoping to make a couple of trips each year to national parks across the western U.S. I can only imagine the delight of those roadtrips in a car like GGT. Those will require some planning, but that’s true regardless gas stations can also be sparse around many parks. In fact, with an EV, there’s always the option of charging anywhere there’s access to electricity, even if it’s slow.
The Gravity Grand Touring’s battery is in a league of its own for a seven-seater, and that’s a major advantage. We already charge another PHEV on Level 2 at home, so slower overnight charging isn’t a concern. We’ll need to upgrade our electrical service for second car, but we’d have to do that regardless of whether we buy a Lucid.
Almost every three-row EV in this segment is a first-generation product, and all of them have significant issues, arguably some worse than Lucid’s. For example, the EX90 has had problems where some owners can charge at Superchargers but not reliably at home, which is pretty remarkable. Volvo service also appears to be heavily backed up and not good.
Unfortunately, if you end up with a problematic vehicle, it’s a world of pain regardless of the brand. This doesn’t seem to be unique to EVs, my local Honda dealer’s service has steadily deteriorated over the past decade while costs have continued to rise. There seems to be a broader, systemic issue with automotive service. I am choosing to go to independent shop with the car now being out of extended warranty (that came is very handy).
The unique challenge for EVs today is the lack of an independent repair ecosystem. I think that will inevitably change over the long term as EV adoption grows and right-to-repair regulations continue to evolve, but it will take time, scale, and demand.
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"New gravity DE rear badge"
Was this just replacing a broken badge or did they come up with some kind of new badge?
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FWIW we have had several previous cars with kick to open tailgates and they were a PITA; lots of "false openings", only properly worked maybe half the time, and both Kia and Volvo had bugs where the feature drained the 12V battery. Totally not worth it and something I'm never going to miss.
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I've got a 7 seater, every option except for DD pro and the premium sound system. Wife and I are down in SD often on the weekends (looking for a vacation place down there). DM me if you want to meet up and check it out/talk about ownership experience. We have had it for two months now and no major issues.
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We used to have the XC90 PHEV and it was non stop issues. IMHO PHEVs are the worst of both worlds; two parallel sets of things / drivetrains to go wrong, and horrible driving experience as the car changes from electrical mode to ICE mode.
As much as I despise BMW for how they treated me after their engine cratered, I will say that the kick to open on my X3 was perfectly reliable and trouble free.
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The way it works in the Model X is great and Lucid could deploy it through a software update as it requires no additional hardware
How would Lucid do this? Is there already something which can detect the "kick" on the Lucid?
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So if you walk by the trunk does it open up? Does closure of the trunk require one to press the trunk close button on the trunk (or close the trunk via the screen on the left)?
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I also have an older top of the line XC90 PHEV (all options). I loved the luxury, quiet ride, seats and sound system (B&W speakers). The attention to detail was amazing.
I hated the drive train and infotainment system (unintuitive menu after menu). The car was comfortable and great for road trips, but handled like a boat. The battery was useless for anything but short drives, and the transition from battery to engine when I needed power was anything but smooth. I had transmission and engine problems, fixed three times, thankfully under warranty. I still needed to do oil changes. I was stranded once because the hybrid transmission went out and had to tow my car to service. Service itself was great.
I don’t know if the XC90 PHEV drive train has improved, but overall it was a good car despite it’s shortcomings. I would never go back to it, though. It used to be our road trip car for routes with sketchy charging stations, where we’d take it over our Model X. We also drove the XC90 when we needed extra cargo space, with a roof mounted cargo carrier.
The Gravity has taken over being the king of road tripping. We can fit everything we used to carry with the XC90 (with the cargo carrier) into the Gravity (without the cargo carrier). The Gravity has 90% of the luxury of the XC90 (Lucid seats and speakers are pretty good, but the XC90 seats and speakers are better), has more space and passenger comfort, great UX (minus the bugs), and blows away the XC90 for driving characteristics. With the Gravity’s range, we have plenty of choices for charging stops so range anxiety is completely gone.
The XC90 was our backup ICE vehicle. We not longer feel we need an ICE vehicle with the Gravity.
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Just replacing the badge; it didn’t stick well after PPF, so needed a new one
(True on many cars you PPF)
Were you able to find out Lucid’s official scheduled service intervals? My guy at time of delivery told me explicitly there was none and shouldn’t be for EVs, and that was mostly a tactic by mainstream manufacturers to make more revenue. However I do see some reference to a free 2 year service if you bought before April 2026.