Lucid Gravity 60·Tesla Cybertruck 74on the MotiveGrid Score·Tesla Cybertruck about $27,422 less over 5 years
The verdict
The 2026 Tesla Cybertruck is the cheaper one to own — roughly $27,422 less over five years, mostly because it holds its value better. The Lucid Gravity counters with seating for 7.
Go with the Tesla Cybertruck for the better long-term value; consider the Lucid Gravity if you prioritize more passenger space.
Last updated July 2026 · National-average estimates
Lucid Gravity vs. Tesla Cybertruck
MotiveGrid scores, key specs, and five-year cost comparison: 2026 Lucid Gravity versus 2026 Tesla Cybertruck.
Metric
Lucid Gravity
Tesla Cybertruck
MotiveGrid Score
60
74
Cost of Ownership
31
51
Powertrain
59
60
Driver Assistance
38
30
Livability
59
67
Safety
80
100
5-Year Cost to Own
$102,795
$75,373
Depreciation (5-yr)
$55,051
$33,315
Fuel / Energy (5-yr)
$4,412
$4,658
Insurance (5-yr)
$24,440
$20,525
Maintenance (5-yr)
$1,900
$1,775
Tires (5-yr)
$2,450
$2,250
Financing (5-yr)
$12,022
$10,531
Registration (5-yr)
$2,520
$2,320
Starting Price
$79,900
$69,990
Horsepower
560 hp
593 hp
Electric range
337 mi
325 mi
Cargo volume
21.3 cu ft
120.7 cu ft
Seating
7
5
Towing capacity
3,500 lbs
7,500 lbs
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
Electric
2026$79,900
MSRP
$79,900
Mo · 5yr
$1,713
$102,795 / 5 years
Best for driver assistance
Electric
2026$69,990
MSRP
$69,990
Mo · 5yr
$1,256
$75,373 / 5 years
Best for long-term savings
VS
01 · The MotiveGrid Score
Five measured pillars, weighted into one score.
Cost, Powertrain, Driver Assistance, Livability, and Safety — each scored against its class, then combined into a single MotiveGrid Score. Built by our engineering team and benchmarked against independent sources like NHTSA, IIHS, and CarEdge. How it’s calculated →
Tesla Cybertruck scores higher overall.
Lucid Gravity
0
/ 100
Tesla Cybertruck
0
/ 100
CostFive-year all-in cost to own, benchmarked against the class median.
Gravity
31
Cybertruck
51
Winner: Cybertruck
$27,422 cheaper / 5 yrs
PowertrainEnergy efficiency paired with long-term ownership confidence.
Gravity
59
Cybertruck
60
Winner: Cybertruck
+1 pts
Driver AssistHighway driving support, parking convenience, and hands-free automation.
Gravity
38
Cybertruck
30
Winner: Gravity
+8 pts
LivabilityPassenger space, cargo room, and everyday maneuverability.
Gravity
59
Cybertruck
67
Winner: Cybertruck
+8 pts
Easy to maneuver and park▲
SafetyCrash-test protection plus standard crash-avoidance features.
Tesla Cybertruck is the better pick for long-term ownership — about $27,422 cheaper over 5 years with stronger fundamentals on running cost.
Lucid Gravity still wins if your priority is best for driver assistance.
Daily commuter
Lucid Gravity
Lowest energy cost per mile
Budget-focused
Tesla Cybertruck
Cheapest to own across 5 years
Family hauler
Tesla Cybertruck
Much stronger safety with substantially more cargo room
Highway driver
Lucid Gravity
Better adaptive cruise + lane keep
City driver
Lucid Gravity
Easiest to park and maneuver in tight spots
03
Cost of Ownership
Monthly running costs — national baseline.
Adjust for your situation
State
Miles/yr15,000
Loan rate7%
Down payment20%
Charging mix
Lucid Gravity
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$1,713
$102,795 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$1,713/mo
Tesla Cybertruck
Monthly · 5-Year avg
$1,256
$75,373 total / 5 years
Total · monthly$1,256/mo
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On fuel + maintenance alone, the pricier Lucid Gravity would need 412.4 years to recoup its $9,910 price premium ($24/yr in savings) — longer than most people own a car. Depreciation and insurance aren’t included in this payback view.
04
Frequently asked questions
Tesla Cybertruck comes out about $27,422 cheaper over 5 years on running costs (depreciation, fuel/energy, insurance, maintenance, financing). The gap shifts with your state, annual miles, and loan rate — use the "Adjust for your situation" panel above.