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In American car culture, the SUV has been cast as both savior and villain, a rolling contradiction between practicality and indulgence.
In 2025, the narrative is shifting again, and the Lucid Gravity is emerging as the family hauler that both tech enthusiasts and skeptics are learning to love.
Owners and reviewers keep finding the same thing. This machine balances space, speed, and serenity in a way that reads less like a science project and more like a well-sorted grand tourer with jump seats.
“I wouldn’t normally do something like this, but I thought it might be helpful to share my thoughts after owning a Gravity for three weeks (it’s the kind of thing I wish I could have read before buying).
Disclaimer: I’m no car expert, so forgive any incorrect terminology.
Backstory
I was looking for a fully electric, larger SUV. I don’t technically need three rows (I only have two kids), but I do need the extra space for dogs, bags, strollers, etc. I came from a Volvo XC90 and seriously considered the Rivian R1S, Volvo EX90, BMW iX, and Hyundai Ioniq 9. On paper, the Gravity ticked the most boxes: best range, most space, eventual CarPlay, and a luxury look and feel. The downsides were price, availability before the tax credit expired, and all the horror stories I kept reading about key fobs and software bugs.
I really wanted one of the other options to work, but… the Ioniq 9 felt heavy and underpowered. The EX90 looked great and drove well, but its reported tech issues seemed even worse than the Gravity’s, and I had just come from a Volvo with buggy tech. The BMW iX I genuinely loved, but it’s too small,and the trunk just wouldn’t work for my family. The R1S was the closest competitor: beautiful design, but I never liked how it drove. I test-drove it four times, trying to talk myself into it, but it always felt unrefined and jerky, with regen braking that wasn’t dialed in. Kind of feels like a super fast Toyota Highlander to me.
Ultimately, I went to Lucid and found a Gravity with an active VIN close enough to my build. I wanted a black or green exterior, didn’t care much about interior color, and my must-haves were DreamDrive Premium, Dynamic Handling, and Comfort & Convenience. The two compromises I made to get the car sooner: I skipped Surreal Sound Pro (wish I hadn’t) and got the largest wheels.
Impressions
The negatives (not a lot):
As expected, there are a few bugs here and there (I assume updates or a hard reset will sort them out). The back temperature control doesn’t light up most of the time, not a big deal since I can manage it from the front for my kids, but it will need to be eventually fixed. Bluetooth isn’t totally seamless: it looks like you can control things directly, but half the time you have to start them on your phone first. CarPlay can’t come soon enough.
Another media quirk: whatever you’re listening to doesn’t stop when you park and open the door; you have to manually pause the media or get out and lock the car, which is annoying with podcasts when you’re unloading kids or bags. Safety alerts are aggressive and kind of annoying; you can turn them off, but sometimes they switch back on (feels like a bug). The cupholders are slightly too tight for most water bottles. Lucid’s door handles drive me a little nuts; they’re not intuitive and are tough for kids. And I do regret not getting Surreal Sound Pro; the regular sound system is fine, but not really fine enough for a car at this price.
The positives:
Other than that, this is the best car I’ve ever owned. The drive feels both soft and sharp at the same time: quiet, nimble, and quick. It’s smaller on the outside than most SUVs, yet cavernous inside. I used to max out the XC90 with gear; in the Gravity, it feels like I couldn’t fill it up if I tried. Little touches, like the shallow extra storage behind the third row that perfectly fits groceries, are surprisingly useful. Other than a few bugs I mentioned, I really like the way the infotainment works. It’s all very intuitive, and having physical controls for so many things is really nice in a high-tech car like this.
For me, the key fob has worked flawlessly (I don’t even take it out of my pocket or use the key card). Charging is stress-free (I charge every couple of nights and rarely dip below 50%), and the charging speed makes long trips feel manageable. I’d argue that if you’re worried about a long drive, charging speed is actually more important than the range of the car. Would you rather get an extra 20 miles of range but sit at a charging station for 45 minutes, or be able to go from 10 to 80% in about 15 minutes, just a few miles earlier?
Not that my opinion on aesthetics matters more than anyone else’s, but I think the car looks great. I get what people mean about the “minivan look,” but (A) that design is what gives it so much interior space, and (B) I’d argue it doesn’t look much more like a minivan than several Mercedes, Audi, or Lexus SUVs. Rivians look cool, but for me, it’s not convenient to load a kid or a dog that high off the ground.
Conclusion
I was worried about buyer’s remorse given the cost and Lucid’s reputation for bugs, but my experience has been almost entirely positive. The Gravity has exceeded my expectations, and I’d happily recommend it to anyone considering one.
Sorry if this is long-winded, but I wanted to capture everything in case it helps others. Happy to answer any follow-up questions.”
The ride is quiet and quick. The interior is huge relative to its footprint. The interface is mostly intuitive, and the physical controls matter when you are wearing gloves and trying to adjust the temperature while merging.
Lucid Gravity Grand Touring 123 kWh battery
- The Grand Touring model has a staggering 828 hp and 909 lb-ft of torque from its dual-motor AWD system, launching it from 0-60 mph in an estimated 3.4 seconds.
- With a 123 kWh battery, it offers a remarkable estimated range of up to 450 miles and can add 200 miles in just 15 minutes with its 400 kW peak DC fast-charging capability.
- Offers flexible seating for up to seven passengers and a cavernous 98 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front seats, plus an 8-cubic-foot frunk.
- Features a premium interior with a 6K resolution Clearview Cockpit display, high-quality materials, and a focus on passenger comfort and space.
The r/LUCID comments turn into a reality check that feels more useful than a marketing deck. u/Lando_Sage calls the write-up grounded and a better representation of Lucid ownership than the online drama. u/Embarrassed-Sock1460 adds a simple thank you. Then the cross shopping chorus arrives. u/Few_Present_4092 has the decision down to R1S and Gravity, but notes that Rivian height is tough on a wife, daughter, and dogs. This is where the Gravity earns its keep. Accessibility is not a spec line, yet it decides purchases every day.
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Another commenter, u/jakeblakeley, points out Rivian’s kneel mode and how it works for his grandmother-in-law. The original shopper replies that they tried every mode on an overnight test, and their daughter still struggled, so a lower step-in matters.
Lucid Gravity Driving Feel And More
This is not about conquering a brand. It is about a family finding a vehicle that makes every trip easier. Aftermarket running boards can complicate service on some rigs. The Gravity solves the problem the old-fashioned way with packaging and a cabin that feels like a well-organized loft rather than a cliff face.
Owners and reviewers keep aligning on the same verdict. The Gravity drives with a softness over broken pavement and a quickness in transitions that feels more like a big sport wagon than a three-row SUV. The Redditor’s line about the car feeling soft and sharp at the same time is the kind of praise you usually reserve for a well-tuned German sedan. The point is not that rivals are bad. The point is that this Lucid lays down a clear brief. Carry it all. Make it easy. Make it satisfying.
Lucid Gravity Luxury Focus And ADAS System
- Despite its luxury focus, the Gravity is highly capable, with a payload capacity of over 1,500 pounds and a towing capacity of up to 6,000 pounds.
- Equipped with a sophisticated ADAS system, a powerful and quiet HVAC system, and a high-fidelity sound system comparable to luxury brands.
- Combines the soul of a sports car with the utility of an SUV, offering surprisingly nimble handling for its size thanks to features like four-wheel steering.
- As Lucid’s second act, the Gravity is aimed squarely at the growing luxury electric SUV market, leveraging the engineering prowess demonstrated by the Air sedan.
Charging is where the owner’s testimony takes a thoughtful turn. The argument that charging speed can matter more than maximum range is the sort of thing only a person who does road trips with children will emphasize. Add energy fast, get back on the road, keep everyone happy.
That is how you turn a Gravity from a planning exercise into a partner. The pattern across threads is consistent. People are charging every few nights, staying above half, and finding that the car fits into the rhythm of their lives.
None of this suggests perfection. The owner notes a rear climate backlight that sometimes sleeps, a Bluetooth handshake that occasionally wants a nudge, and cupholders with a gym membership. Those are dented fender issues in a world where the core engineering is right.
What matters most is that owners are coming back after several weeks and calling it the best car they have owned. That is not hyperbole. That is a person who test-drove the alternatives and still chose this.
Image Sources: Lucid Media Center
Noah Washington is an automotive journalist based in Atlanta, Georgia. He enjoys covering the latest news in the automotive industry and conducting reviews on the latest cars. He has been in the automotive industry since 15 years old and has been featured in prominent automotive news sites. You can reach him on X and LinkedIn for tips and to follow his automotive coverage.
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