Dragonite vs Lucario: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Dragonite is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Dragonite wins 4 stats, Lucario wins 2 stats.
Dragonite attacking Lucario
Normal effectiveness
Lucario attacking Dragonite
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Dragonite | Lucario | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.2m | 1.2m |
| Weight | 210.0kg | 54.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Dragonite is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Dragonite has a higher base stat total (600 vs 525).
- Dragonite wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Dragonite is ranked #26 (on 5.2% of teams), Lucario is outside the usage rankings.
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Dragonite vs Lucario — FAQ
Is Dragonite better than Lucario?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Dragonite is the better overall pick. Dragonite has a higher base stat total (600 vs 525); Dragonite wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Dragonite or Lucario?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Lucario is faster (90 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first. Dragonite hits harder (134 vs 115 best attacking stat).
Does Dragonite or Lucario have better stats?
Dragonite has the higher base stat total (600 vs 525). Dragonite is both bulkier and stronger offensively.