Trending Now - Lucid Unveils First Midsize Suvs, Promising Over 300 Miles Range
WHO:
Lucid Motors, a California-based startup
Lucid officials
WHAT:
Lucid announced that three smaller SUVs are in development, starting at under $50,000.
The midsize platform is 10% more efficient than its closest competitor, achieving up to 4.5 miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
The Cosmos can regain over 200 miles of range in 14 minutes of charging.
The Cosmos will offer 8% more second-row legroom, 10% more couple distance, and 4% more passenger space than its closest competitors.
The new drive unit, Atlas, is smaller, lighter, and less complex, with 30% fewer parts and 37% cost savings compared to the current Zeus unit used in the Gravity.
Lucid announced two new mid-size electric SUVs named Cosmos and Earth.
The estimated starting price for the new SUVs is around $50,000.
The Cosmos requires 69 kilowatt-hours of battery capacity to achieve a range of 300 miles on a full charge.
The new drive unit, called “Atlas,” features a 23% reduction in weight and a 30% reduction in parts compared to current-generation motors.
The SUVs will have a drag coefficient of 0.22.
The Cosmos is described as an urban, on-road, performance-oriented vehicle, while the Earth is more suited for suburban, any-road driving.
A third mid-size model is in development, but its name has not been revealed.
WHERE:
The announcement was made during the Investor Day 2026 event in New York City.
WHEN:
The new mid-size SUVs are set to debut in 2026.
WHY:
Lucid aims to expand its “Compromise Nothing” motto to challenge the status quo and defy industry standards with the new models.
The new models aim to target a different audience compared to Lucid's previous larger vehicles, the Air sedan and Gravity SUV.
HOW:
The midsize SUVs will be equipped with bidirectional charging technology, enabling Vehicle-to-home (V2H), Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), Vehicle-to-Everything (E2X), and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) capabilities.
The SUVs will utilize an 800-volt battery system with a zonal architecture that supports bidirectional charging.
The design includes mechanical door handles instead of electrically controlled ones.
The interior will feature a single, ultra-widescreen display divided into four zones for energy information, navigation, entertainment, and other data.
An artificial intelligence-powered assistant with a natural voice will be integrated into the user experience.
(UPDATED March 13, 2026 01:24 UTC)
Lucid has announced the development of three new smaller SUVs, each starting at under $50,000, with a midsize platform that boasts 10% more efficiency than its closest competitor, achieving up to 4.5 miles per kilowatt-hour. The Cosmos model will feature impressive charging capabilities, regaining over 200 miles of range in just 14 minutes, along with enhanced passenger comfort, offering more legroom and space than rival vehicles. To support its "Compromise Nothing" motto, Lucid's new SUVs will also include advanced bidirectional charging technology, allowing for versatile energy use in various applications.
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(UPDATED March 12, 2026 19:19 UTC)
Lucid Motors, a California-based startup, has announced two new mid-size electric SUVs named Cosmos and Earth during the Investor Day 2026 event in New York City. With an estimated starting price of around $50,000, the Cosmos is designed for urban performance with a range of 300 miles on a full charge, while the Earth is aimed at suburban driving. Both models will debut later this year and feature advanced technology, including an 800-volt battery system and an AI-powered assistant for a seamless user experience.