Which electric car was the first to receive an official EPA range rating above 500 miles?

The Lucid Air Dream Edition Range was the first electric car to receive an official EPA range rating above 500 miles.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rated the Lucid Air Dream Edition Range at 520 miles on a full charge. Lucid achieved this figure through a combination of battery capacity, efficient electric motors, aerodynamic design, and careful management of the vehicle's weight and electrical systems.

The rating made the Air the first production electric vehicle to exceed 500 miles in the EPA's standardized testing. EPA range is a test estimate rather than a guarantee for every journey. Speed, weather, terrain, tire choice, heating, air-conditioning, and driving style can all change real-world results.

The Dream Edition Range was one of the high-performance launch versions of the Lucid Air, a luxury electric sedan introduced in the early 2020s. Its range record is distinct from charging speed records, acceleration records, or the largest battery-pack claims.