Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Pure AWD vs Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC
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General Info
The Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €88214. The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Germany, China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €88214 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €57450 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…).
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 660 km | 480 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 725 km | 620 km |
| Range (GCC) | 612 km | 489 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 94 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 92 kWh | 90.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15 kWh/100 km | 18.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.65 km/kWh | 5.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 10 | 7.9 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 19.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | - Architecture | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.7 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 358 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 480 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 922 Nm | 858 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.4 | 6.2 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024).
The Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4975 mm | 4946 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2195 mm | 2103 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1936 mm | 1906 mm |
| Height | 1408 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 3120 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024), but the Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lucid Air Pure AWD | Mercedes EQE 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2246 kg | 2490 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 456 l | 430 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 627 l | 895 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
