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Lucid Air vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or Mercedes GLS?

Lucid Air vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

Lucid Air

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  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLS

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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Lucid Air is markedly cheaper – starting at 72,900 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,805 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 404 HP. That’s roughly 847 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mercedes GLS takes 5.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 1,190 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lucid Air is visibly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers significantly more boot space – 627 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries visibly more – 820 kg compared to 588 kg. That’s a difference of about 232 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is far ahead overall 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 GLS

The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
206 - 226 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
7
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Curb weight
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Length
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Power HP
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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