Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC vs Lucid Air Pure AWD
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) for as low as €81950, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India | USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €81950 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) has a larger battery, the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 660 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 719 km | 725 km |
| Range (GCC) | 571 km | 612 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.4 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19 kWh/100 km | 15 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.27 km/kWh | 6.65 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.5 | 10 |
Charging
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) maxes out at 200 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 EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 19.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | - Architecture |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 8.8 |
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 | Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 330 kW | 358 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 443 hp | 480 hp |
| Motor Torque | 828 Nm | 922 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024).
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5216 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2125 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1926 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1512 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) 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 Pure AWD (2023-2024), but the Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC (2022-2024) 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 | Mercedes EQS 500 4MATIC | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2630 kg | 2246 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1700 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.3 | 5.1 |
