Does Lucid Gravity solve many of Rivian R1S issues for families?

[rso544]

Hey Rivian community!

I've been watching some Lucid Gravity YouTube videos lately. I have a Rivian order pending and have test-driven both R1T and R1S. I am sharing my thoughts on the Lucid Gravity, specifically from the perspective of daily commuting and family hauling. Both vehicles are impressive but cater to slightly different preferences and priorities. Let me know if you agree or disagree with my analysis.

1. Charging and Range:
The Lucid Gravity has caught my attention regarding charging capabilities and range. Its advanced charging technology and impressive range offer a more practical and convenient solution for daily commuting and road-tripping. The maximum 440-mile range of Gravity with a much smaller battery is incredible, and fast charging of 200 miles in 15 minutes with 900V architecture is game-changing for a 3-row SUV. I understand that the charging network could be better for non-Teslas, but that is changing soon.

2. Third-Row Space:
The third-row space is crucial if you're looking for a family hauler. The R1S offers a third row, but from what I've gathered from my limited time with Rivians and various videos of Gravity, the Lucid Gravity seems to provide more comfortable and spacious seating in the back. This extra room could significantly improve those long family road trips.

3. Potential CarPlay Integration:
As a daily commuter, seamless integration with technology is essential. Lucid Air has Apple CarPlay integration, so I expect potential CarPlay integration in Gravity's infotainment, making it a tech-savvy choice for those who rely on their iPhones all the time for their digital lives.

4. Seat Comfort:
Comfort is paramount for a 3-row SUV and Lucid Gravity seems to excel in this department. Reports suggest that the seats in the Gravity are not only luxurious but also designed with long-term comfort in mind. Gravity seats seem better than the R1S seats, which are just ok in providing comfort.

5. Better Interior Space Utilization
Bigger dimensions of R1S do not translate into a roomier interior for some reason (maybe a long hood). It seems Lucid was able to design a better interior with more space.

In summary, while the Rivian R1S is undoubtedly geared towards adventure and off-road enthusiasts, the Lucid Gravity appears to be a more well-rounded option for those prioritizing daily commuting and family comfort. The better charging speed, extended range, spacious third-row, potential CarPlay integration, and superior seat comfort make the Gravity a strong contender in the electric SUV market, especially for those who see their vehicle as both a daily driver and a family hauler.

What are your thoughts on this comparison? I'd love to hear the community's insights and experiences with both models!

The Lucid Gravity sucks a— that’s my thoughts on your review .

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[iansriv]

What meaningless is that you ignore the mention of road tripping and pick daily commuting for the sack of an argument in the post.

If this sentence is AI generated, then I'm not worried about AI taking over the world. The Lucid Gravity is a minivan.

 

[mkhuffman]

The Lucid Gravity sucks a— that’s my thoughts on your review .

And that's because you have driven one.

Actually, the Air is fantastic, so it is reasonable to conclude the Gravity will be also. And if you are in the market for a Subaru that looks and drives like a Lexus, it's just the vehicle for you.

 

[rso544]

And that's because you have driven one.

Actually, the Air is fantastic, so it is reasonable to conclude the Gravity will be also. And if you are in the market for a Subaru that looks and drives like a Lexus, it's just the vehicle for you.

Look this a ***Rivian*** forum not a Lucid fan club and PR space. People who love Lucid can find Lucid fans and post all they want about Lucid.

 

[ads75]

I am pretty confident due to NACS and tesla super chargers opening to other EVs. No doubt, it will be messy initially but things will greatly improve in a couple of years.

I understand someone cross shopping R1T vs Gravity based on price/size. I once cross shopped a Jeep Wrangler vs Volkswagen Golf R (both similar size/price to each other, but much different kinds of fun).

Does Tesla have an agreement with Lucid to open their superchargers to Lucid? My understanding is one of the main guys behind Lucid is a former Tesla engineer, I would not be surprised if Tesla's CEO has a grudge because of that and holds that against Lucid. That may or may not make a difference if the charging networks are built out.

Rivian has an agreement with Tesla. I would rather not give any money to Tesla, but I won't avoid their network out of spite either.

 

[Redline]

OP is a troll or AI. No way around it. What a stupid thread.

 

[mkhuffman]

Does Tesla have an agreement with Lucid to open their superchargers to Lucid?

Yep. Bing is your friend.

https://www.lucidmotors.com/media-room/lucid-adopt-nacs

 

[ads75]

Yep. Bing is your friend.

https://www.lucidmotors.com/media-room/lucid-adopt-nacs

I did not know that. I also did not know people suggested bing as a search site.

 

[Mark_AZR1T]

Lucid presents well, but that is about it. They are right down the road from some investment property we have and I know two engineers laid off in large lay-off. The Gravity will not have any kind of volume production for 2+ years from today....so get in line....and wait.......I like the idea of Lucid, but the execution is pathetic....

 

[mkhuffman]

I did not know that. I also did not know people suggested bing as a search site.

What's wrong with Bing?

 

[R1TS]

Lucid presents well, but that is about it. They are right down the road from some investment property we have and I know two engineers laid off in large lay-off. The Gravity will not have any kind of volume production for 2+ years from today....so get in line....and wait.......I like the idea of Lucid, but the execution is pathetic....

I waited 4 years for my R1S with the same uncertainty about future of the company

2 years is nothing in comparison.

 

[ads75]

What's wrong with Bing?

Nothing I guess, always good to have options. Just curious...does Rivian's lack of Zune support bother you like the lack of Apple CarPlay bothers others?

 

[CTRedCanyon]

It's very misleading. The Lucid Gravity with 440 miles of range, 0-60 in 3.5 seconds etc. Is going to likely be $140K or more, mirroring the Lucid Air prices. So while all these reviews keep saying how great the vehicle is, and I'm sure it is, the one they're driving is literally almost double the price of a Rivian R1S dual motor. The Lucid Air Pure RWD (the relatively affordable one) is not AWD, does 0-60 in 4.5 seconds and has an all metal roof. It also doesn't get air suspension for that price, either. Expect more of the same dramatic cost cutting to get any trim of the Gravity below $80K. But yeah, if you want to pay 50-100% more I'm sure you'll get some advantages like a bigger gauge cluster screen and more range. Personally I like that Rivian actually has service centers near me and are building more. I can't drive from central CT to the middle of Long Island to service a Lucid.

 

[CTRedCanyon]

Of course R1S dual motor performance with the max battery pack, 0-60 in 3.5 seconds, 400 mile range... 99K on sale now not in 2025 sometime.

 

[CrazyOne]

Nothing I guess, always good to have options. Just curious...does Rivian's lack of Zune support bother you like the lack of Apple CarPlay bothers others?

Have you used bing chat(Chat GPT 4)? Once you do, you will not use Google as the primary search engine.

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