2026 Lucid Gravity Review -- Arguing Over Whether It's A Performance SUV or Performance Minivan Misses The Point

Some vehicles are what we call "people movers". They aren't quite a minivan, but they're close -- they have three seating rows available and a vaguely van-esque shape. But since minivans remain deeply uncool, automakers like to position them as SUVs/crossovers.

If you're haunted by minivans of the '80s -- hi, and be sure to check for gray hairs -- I get it. I remember when families on my block suddenly switched from station wagons to minivans to chase trends, and I remember how un-fun those original vans were.

Minivans have gotten more fun in recent years, even mainstream models like the Honda Odyssey. But Lucid is here to show you that if you have enough money, and access to electric-vehicle charging, you can do a lot better than merely "fun."

Torque News Breaks Down The Lucid Gravity

Lucid's Gravity does look like either a crossover "coupe" or a sporty van, depending on your perspective. One thing is for sure -- the rear roof line slopes down towards the rear in a swoopy manner.

This one has dual electric motors, all-wheel drive, 560 system horsepower (up to 828, depending on trim) and 811 lb-ft of torque, and ranges of 301, 337, or even 450 miles, depending on trim.

Lucid promises a 0-60 time of 4 seconds, and that seems spot on. Despite a curb weight that comes uncomfortably close to 6,000 pounds, the Gravity just moves when the accelerator is pressed. It's so quick, especially in the sportiest drive mode, that I had to be careful when touring the country roads surrounding Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Too much juice -- from my right foot, in this case -- and I'd have had to explain to a local constable why I was moving at speeds that generally are frowned upon. I'd have had less money available for the local ales.

Thankfully, it's easy enough to adjust the Gravity's speed with one's right foot, and one-pedal driving is an option.

Handling is a bit mixed. While the Gravity has moves few people-movers do, there can be some body roll at times. The steering is also a let down, at least a bit -- it's accurate, and not overly light or heavy, but it is definitely artificial in feel.

Ride isn't sacrificed for speed -- the Gravity is smooth, whether being pushed hard or being driven lackadaisically. Yet it's never stiff.

Torque News Says Forget Performance -- The Gravity Is One You Can Live With

Performance is nice. And your author, being a car enthusiast in addition to a car reviewer, is going to push every car, even the least performance-oriented, hard (within reason) to see what it can and can't do.

But most folks aren't. Other than perhaps hitting the accelerator hard to pass or merge, most folks will never explore their vehicle's abilities.

Which is why the Lucid Gravity's strength isn't just that it's fun. It's a nice overall companion.

It is a bit too screen heavy on the inside, but you can quickly learn how to operate most features despite a lack of traditional buttons and knobs. I had less than 30 minutes to spend with the car and quickly ascertained how to switch drive modes, for example.

It's also just comfortable. I mentioned the ride up above -- I can see this being a good, if not great, road-tripper, provided charging is available. And since it can use the Tesla charging standard, you should be well covered, there.

I didn't have the opportunity to climb around the rear seating rows, but space looked ample for the second row, though the sloping roof could impact third-row headroom. Cargo space seemed acceptable though otherwise unremarkable.

Small start-up automakers like Lucid often take it on the chin when it comes to how well the car is screwed together, but the Gravity -- and admittedly, it's just one sample here -- seemed put together well. Obviously EVs don't make engine noise, so tire, road, and wind noise are the concerns, and this Lucid kept outside noises out.

Available features, depending on chosen trim and packaging, includes massaging front seats, ambient lighting, Dolby sound, quad-zone climate control, 20-inch wheels, 21-inch wheels, 22-inch wheels, adaptive front lighting, heated wipers, heated front seats, heated steering wheels, power front trunk, power liftgate, heated rear seats, USB-C ports, wireless charging, wired or wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, and a digital key.

Pricing starts at $79,900 for a base Gravity Touring or $98,900 for a Gravity Grand Touring.

What you get, should you have the scratch, is a seriously fast and fun-to-drive SUV and/or minivan. But more to the point, you get something luxurious with futuristic looks that don't make the user experience suffer.

You get what you pay for -- and in this case, a lot of money gets you, well, a lot.

About The Author

Tim Healey is an experienced automotive writer and editor from Chicago. He has covered automotive news at Consumer Guide Automotive, Web2Carz, AutoGuide, and was the managing editor at The Truth About Cars. Tim is a member of the Midwest Automotive Media Association. You can find him on Facebook, X/Twitter, and on LinkedIn.