Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS 450+ vs Lucid Air Pure RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes EQS 450+ (2024-…) has a starting price of €109551, compared to the Lucid Air Pure RWD (2022-…), which starts at €85000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, India | USA, Saudi Arabia |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €109551 | €85000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €89900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
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.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 628 km | 674 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 821 km | 747 km |
| Range (GCC) | 636 km | 637 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.6 kWh/100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.39 km/kWh | 6.92 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.8 | 10 |
Charging
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.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | - Architecture |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 8.9 |
Performance
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.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 265 kW | 321 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 355 hp | 430 hp |
| Motor Torque | 568 Nm | 550 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.4 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
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.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5223 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2125 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1926 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1518 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
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.
| Property | Mercedes EQS 450+ | Lucid Air Pure RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2515 kg | 2070 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 | 6.4 | 5.1 |