Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Grand Touring vs Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) has a starting price of €129000, compared to the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…), which starts at €155009.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.

Even though the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) features an advanced 900-volt architecture, whereas the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 300 kW, while the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…).

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…), but the Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Mercedes EQS AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Grand Touring (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.