Global EV Comparison: Lucid Air Pure RWD vs Mercedes EQS 450+

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) has a starting price of €85000, compared to the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…), which starts at €109551.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.

Even though the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 200 kW.

The Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

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

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…).

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (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 RWD (2022-…), but the Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) doesn’t have one.

The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.