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Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Lucid Air comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (39,600 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Coupe or Lucid Air?
Mercedes CLA Coupe vs Lucid Air: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
CLA Coupe
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.
Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,221 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is marginally more efficient: consuming 12.2 kWh/100km compared to 13 kWh/100km for the Lucid Air. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers slightly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 91 km more than the Mercedes CLA Coupe.
Air
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 897 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 CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers significantly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 1,425 Nm more.
CLA Coupe
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, Mercedes CLA Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers visibly more boot space – 627 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries visibly more – 588 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lucid Air holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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Lucid Air
Mercedes CLA Coupe
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Mercedes CLA Coupe
The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.
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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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Mercedes CLA Coupe
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,600 - 59,300 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.2 - 12.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
542 - 791 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 455 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Lucid
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