Lucid Air Pure 2025 vs Kia EV9 Wind 2025

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thumb image Lucid Air Pure 2025 US$ 69,900
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thumb image Kia EV9 Wind 2025 US$ 65,200

BASIC INFO

Brand Lucid Kia
Model Air Pure 2025 EV9 Wind 2025
Vehicle Type Electric Electric
Trims Pure, Touring, Grand Touring, Sapphire Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line
Release Date October 2024 April 2025
Status Available Available
Made In USA (Casa Grande, Arizona) South Korea
Body Type Sedan SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years or 50,000 miles 5 years/60,000 miles
Colors Standard: Infinite Black, Cosmos Silver, Quantum Grey Premium: Stellar White, Zenith Red Standard Colors: Snow White Pearl, Midnight Lake Blue, Pebble Gray Premium Colors: Panthera Metal (matte, extra cost), Ocean Blue (GT-Line exclusive)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Single Electric Motor
Horsepower 430 hp 215 hp / 379 hp
Torque 406 lb-ft 258 lb-ft / 516 lb-ft
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds 0-60 mph in 8.8 or 5.7 seconds
Top Speed 140 mph 115 mph / 124 mph
Range 410 miles 280–304 miles
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (NCM)
Battery Capacity 88 kWh 99.8 kWh
Power Consumption 25 kWh/100 miles 3.2 mi/kWh (31 kWh/100 mi) RWD / 2.9 mi/kWh (34 kWh/100 mi) AWD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 10 years / 100,000 miles (70% capacity retention)
Home Charging Speed 19.2 kW max 9.5 hrs
Supercharging Speed 200 mi in 12 min 10 to 80% in 24 mins
DC Fast Charging Speed 300+ kW peak 350 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 37 mi/hr 25–30 miles/hour
Charging Time (DC 0-80%): Around 20-30 minutes (DC 10-80%): Around 20-25 minutes
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (Combined Charging System) for DC fast charging / J1772 for AC Level 1 & 2. CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V): 3-5 miles of range per hour (1.4 kW). Level 2 (240V, 40-80A): Up to 37 miles of range per hour (9.6 kW to 19.2 kW). Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW): Included (portable cable). Level 2 (240V, 11.5 kW): Requires separate hardwired or NEMA 14-50 wall charger (e.g., Kia’s recommended 48A charger).
Onboard Charger Power 19.2 kW 10.9 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,975 mm (195.9 in) 197.2 in (5,010 mm)
Width 1,935 mm (76.2 in) 77.9 in (1,980 mm)
Height 1,410 mm (55.5 in) 68.9 in (1,750 mm)
Wheelbase 2,960 mm (116.5 in) 122.0 in (3,100 mm)
Ground Clearance 5.1 inch 7.5 in (191 mm)
Cargo Space 22.1 cu ft 81.9 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,850 lbs 5,800 lbs (2,630 kg)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate)
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 6 or 7 Seater

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aero Wheel Alloy Wheel
Wheel Size 19-inch, 20-inch 20-inch
Front Tire 245/45 R19 (19") / 245/40 R20 (20") 255/55 R20
Rear Tire 265/45 R19 (19") / 265/40 R20 (20") 255/55 R20

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Rack-mounted motor-driven power steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 38.1 ft (11.6 m) 39.4 ft (12.0 m)
Gear Box Direct drive Direct-drive
Front Suspension Double-wishbone MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input No 4x USB-C, 12V
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof No No
Apple Car Play No Yes
Android Auto No Yes
Touchscreen 34" 5K Glass Cockpit + Pilot Panel (lower touchscreen) 12.3" touchscreen
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes 5.0, multi-device
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 12 Speakers 8-Speaker

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with ABS Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Front Brakes Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Brake
Rear Brakes Ventilated discs Solid Disc Brake
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 10 Airbags (Dual front, front side, rear side, curtain, knee) 8 airbags (Front, side, curtain, front-center)
Rear Seat Belt Yes 3-point belts for all seats
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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