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Lucid Group and Panasonic Energy have announced a collaboration to power the Lucid Gravity SUV with Panasonic’s next-generation lithium-ion battery cells. The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring combines exceptional range, performance, and interior space, offering up to 450 miles of EPA-estimated range from a compact battery pack. This partnership highlights cutting-edge advancements in EV technology and sustainable design.
Key Highlights:
- Lucid Gravity’s performance: Up to 828 horsepower, 0-60 mph in under 3.5 seconds, and a 450-mile EPA-rated range.
- Innovative battery technology: Panasonic’s high-performance 2170 cylindrical lithium-ion cells with energy density above 800Wh/L.
- Impressive interior space: Up to 120 cubic feet of usable cargo space in a mid-size SUV footprint, seating for up to seven adults.
- Sustainability focus: Smaller battery packs enhance resource efficiency without compromising performance.
- Production milestones: Manufacturing began in December 2024, with the Touring model planned for late 2025.
The Lucid Gravity represents a new class of SUV, seamlessly blending the spaciousness of a full-size SUV with the exterior dimensions of a mid-size vehicle. Its design prioritizes versatility and a premium driving experience. The partnership between Lucid and Panasonic leverages cutting-edge battery technology, ensuring fast charging, safety, longevity, and unparalleled performance.
Panasonic Energy has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality batteries, having supplied over 15 billion lithium-ion cells globally by 2023. These cells power millions of EVs without any battery-related recalls. The collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to advancing EV technology and achieving sustainable mobility.
Production of the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring has commenced at Lucid’s Arizona facility, with a starting price of $94,900. The Touring variant, starting at $79,900, is set to debut in late 2025. Both models will utilize Panasonic’s advanced battery cells, produced in Japan and eventually in Kansas.
Peter Rawlinson, Lucid CEO, emphasized, “Lucid Gravity is truly the first SUV that does not force customers to compromise… preserving earth’s precious resources.” Kazuo Tadanobu, Panasonic Energy CEO, added, “This underscores our continued efforts… contributing to a sustainable society.”
Lucid’s partnership with Panasonic marks a significant milestone in the evolution of electric vehicles, showcasing innovation and commitment to sustainability.
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