Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ vs Lucid Air Touring
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) has a starting price of €110705, while the Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | Lucid Air Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €110705 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €64990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 8.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | Lucid Air Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 370 km | 694 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 504 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 390 km | 659 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 90.6 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.2 kWh/100 km | 14 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.3 km/kWh | 7.16 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 10 |
Charging
The Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.
The Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | Lucid Air Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 170 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | - Architecture |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 9.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) has more power, the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | Lucid Air Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 460 kW | 462 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 617 hp | 620 hp |
| Motor Torque | 950 Nm | 1200 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.6 s |
| Top Speed | 220 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.2 | 7.6 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Touring (2025-...).
The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | Lucid Air Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4964 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2103 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1906 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1495 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3120 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Lucid Air Touring (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Touring (2025-...) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes EQE AMG 53 4MATIC+ | Lucid Air Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2540 kg | 2262 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 430 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 895 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 5.1 |