Lucid Gravity Crowned 2026 World Luxury Car Winner
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The Lucid Gravity has been crowned the 2026 World Luxury Car, taking top honors at the World Car Finals held at the New York International Auto Show. Yes, the roomy electric SUV that manages to drive with the poise of a sports car has beaten a global shortlist and walked away with the shiny thing.
It is the second time the maker has claimed the luxury crown, a reminder that electric marques can be both comfortable and occasionally brilliant. The Gravity was praised for combining full size SUV practicality with sports car like dynamics and a thoroughly modern luxury interior driven by proprietary engineering.
How The Winner Was Picked
A jury of 98 international automotive journalists from 33 countries cast secret ballots to decide the result. Votes were tallied and verified by an independent auditor, so it was not a popularity contest or a game of who shouted the loudest. The selection reflected road tests, professional expertise and the kind of nitpicking only testers enjoy.
The Shortlist And The Rules
The Gravity emerged from an initial field of eight contenders and a final three that included the Cadillac Vistiq and the Volvo ES90. To be eligible, a vehicle must be produced in volumes of at least 5,000 units per year, be priced at the luxury level in its main markets, and be on sale in at least two major markets on at least two separate continents during the eligibility period.
The awards are staged as part of a wider international program supported by industry partners and hosted at the New York Auto Show. The ceremony may look glamorous, but underneath it is serious business – manufacturers want the badge because it moves metal and reassures buyers.
Expect rivals to head back to the drawing board, engineers to get to work, and marketing teams to dust off their victory lap playlists. The Lucid Gravity has set a marker – and the rest of the industry will now decide whether they can catch up or simply admire from a distance.
Zachary Skinner is the editor of TechDrivePlay.com, where tech, cars and adventure share the fast lane.
A former snowboarding pro and programmer, he brings both creative flair and technical know-how to his reviews. From high-performance cars to clever gadgets, he explores how innovation shapes the way we move, connect and live.
