Compare performance (472 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Lucid Air?
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 CLE Convertible is markedly cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,649 £.
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 considerably more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 779 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is markedly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 1,380 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Lucid Air offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Convertible is barely lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 145 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers markedly more boot space – 627 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries clearly more – 588 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 153 kg.
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.
The Mercedes CLE Convertible drops its roof with the kind of poise you'd expect from a luxury cruiser, wrapping elegant lines and a plush cabin into a composition that's equally at home on coastal roads or city boulevards. Behind the wheel it balances comfort and sporty intent, making it an appealing pick for buyers who want a refined open-top experience without shouting for attention — and yes, it even makes the commute feel like a weekend escape.
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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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Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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
128 - 218 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
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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
380 - 435 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, 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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