DecodedCarsLucid Gravity vs Tesla Model Y
2026 Lucid Gravity vs 2026 Tesla Model Y — two rivals compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
That works out to about $150 a year less in fuel for the Tesla Model Y (EPA estimate, 15,000 miles).
The Lucid Gravity is the bigger car, about 9 inches longer.
Across all model years since 2005, the Lucid Gravity has had fewer recall campaigns (3 vs 43).
The two cars
The 2026 Lucid Gravity is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. It measures about 198 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 119-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,681 lb (4dr SUV 2 Row Seating).
The 2026 Tesla Model Y is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 189 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,363 lb.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
Green = clearly better. Prices are not included. How we calculate this →
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lucid Gravity if…
- You want an EV with more range (450 miles)
- You need more seats (7 vs 5)
- You want more room (9 in longer)
- You want more standard driver-assist tech
- You put reliability history first (3 vs 43 recalls since 2005)
Choose the Tesla Model Y if…
- You want something easier to park (9 in shorter)
Pros & cons of each
2026 Lucid Gravity
- Long EV rangeUp to 450 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
2026 Tesla Model Y
- Long EV rangeUp to 357 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- 8 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
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