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Mercedes GLC vs Lucid Air comparison
Compare performance (472 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (50,300 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Lucid Air?
Mercedes GLC 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.
GLC
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 GLC is clearly cheaper – starting at 50,300 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,530 £.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers considerably more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 754 km more than the Mercedes GLC.
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 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 significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 4.2 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers considerably more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 1,190 Nm more.
GLC
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLC is barely lighter – 1,985 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers marginally more boot space – 627 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries only slightly more – 588 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lucid Air is decisively ahead 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
Lucid Air
Mercedes GLC
Lucid Air
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Mercedes GLC
The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.
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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 GLC
Lucid Air
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 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
122 - 128 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
41 - 214 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
SUV
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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
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 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
1,890 - 1,920 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
475 - 575 kg
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Payload
430 - 588 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 472 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 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
380 - 750 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
137 - 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
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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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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