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Mercedes EQA vs Lucid Air - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (292 HP vs 1251 HP), boot space and price (44200 £ vs 72900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or Lucid Air?

Mercedes EQA

5 (1 Reviews)
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Lucid Air

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

EQA

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 EQA has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 44200 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28620 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Lucid Air: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Mercedes EQA with 14.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.40 kWh.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air performs noticeable better – achieving up to 882 km, about 321 km more than the Mercedes EQA.

Air

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 has a convincingly edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 959 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 EQA takes 6 s. That’s about 4 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs convincingly better – reaching 330 km/h, while the Mercedes EQA tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 170 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls decisively stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 1420 Nm difference.

EQA

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 EQA is slight lighter – 2045 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers clearly more room – 627 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

When it comes to payload, Lucid Air clearly perceptible takes the win – 588 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 163 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.

Mercedes EQA
Lucid Air

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Air

Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km

Mercedes EQA

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The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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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 EQA
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption

Price
44200 - 57400 £
Price
72900 - 214300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
Electric Range
476 - 561 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
70.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2045 - 2115 kg
Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4463 mm
Length
4975 - 5005 mm
Width
1834 mm
Width
1936 - 1990 mm
Height
1608 - 1613 mm
Height
1409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1320 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
430 - 588 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Torque
550 - 1940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lucid
Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-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.