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Mercedes GLC vs Lucid Air - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (680 HP vs 1251 HP), boot space and price (50300 £ vs 72900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLC or Lucid Air?
GLC
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes GLC has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 50300 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22530 £.
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 GLC with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 882 km, about 168 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 has a decisively edge – offering 1251 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 571 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Mercedes GLC takes 3.50 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lucid Air performs somewhat better – reaching 330 km/h, while the Mercedes GLC tops out at 275 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lucid Air pulls decisively stronger with 1940 Nm compared to 1020 Nm. That’s about 920 Nm difference.
GLC
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLC is slight lighter – 1910 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lucid Air offers hardly perceptible more room – 627 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLC barely noticeable takes the win – 600 kg compared to 588 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 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.
Mercedes GLC
Lucid Air
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from about £72,900
Lucid Air
Mercedes GLC
3.9 (6 Reviews)
The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.
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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
50300 - 126600 £
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Price
72900 - 214300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh
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Electric Range
12 - 714 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
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Battery Capacity
94 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 225 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1910 - 2535 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2420 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
4716 - 4845 mm
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Length
4975 - 5005 mm
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Width
1890 - 1913 mm
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Width
1936 - 1990 mm
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Height
1603 - 1647 mm
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Height
1409 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1740 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 600 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, Electric
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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, Reduction 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 - 680 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
208 - 275 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
320 - 1020 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 - 500 kW
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Power kW
325 - 920 kW
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Engine capacity
1991 - 2989 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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Model Year
2022 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, B, A
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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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What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLC?
The Mercedes GLC is offered with 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.