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Lucid Air vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Lucid Air vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Lucid Air

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lucid Air is clearly cheaper – starting at 72,900 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,115 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 19.6 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS SUV. That’s a difference of about 6.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers markedly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 187 km more than the Mercedes EQS SUV.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 658 HP. That’s roughly 593 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is clearly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS SUV tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 950 Nm. That’s about 990 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is clearly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers very slightly more boot space – 645 L compared to 627 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries very slightly more – 588 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 694 - 882 km
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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Reviews Lucid Air

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Pascal Michel
2 Jun 2026, 05:52:39

As accomplished, better underlying electrical drivetrain and 400k cheaper

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Mercedes EQS SUV

The Mercedes EQS SUV blends limousine-level quiet and luxury with the commanding presence of an SUV, wrapping passengers in sumptuous materials and a futuristic, screen-dominated cabin. It drives with serene confidence and delivers the kind of effortless refinement that makes city commutes and long trips feel like first-class experiences — just be prepared for attention wherever you park it.

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Mercedes EQS SUV

Costs and Consumption
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
425 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lucid
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lucid Air offered with different drivetrains?

The Lucid Air is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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