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Mercedes E Class vs Lucid Air - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (585 HP vs 1251 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 72900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or Lucid Air?
E Class
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.
Mercedes E Class has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50500 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22367 £.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air performs convincingly better – achieving up to 882 km, about 766 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
Air
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 has a clearly edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 666 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs noticeable better – reaching 330 km/h, while the Mercedes E Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls decisively stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 1190 Nm difference.
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E Class
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 curb weight, Mercedes E Class is somewhat lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers a bit more room – 627 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class minimal takes the win – 640 kg compared to 588 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Lucid Air proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lucid Air is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £72,900
Lucid Air
Mercedes E Class
Lucid Air
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Mercedes E Class
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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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 E Class
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Price
72900 - 214300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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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
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Length
4975 - 5005 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Width
1936 - 1990 mm
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Height
1409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1940 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, 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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Is the Mercedes E Class offered with different drivetrains?
The Mercedes E Class is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.