Lucid Air vs Mercedes-Benz EQE
Buy the Lucid Air for the stronger all-round Decoder Score (79/100). Choose the Mercedes-Benz EQE if its strengths match your priorities.
79 Lucid Air EPA + mfr data | 62 Mercedes-Benz EQE EPA + mfr data | |
|---|---|---|
| Decoder Score | 79 | 62 |
| Starting price | $69,900 | $76,050 |
| Used from | $55,000 | $50,000 |
| EPA range | 419 mi | 305 mi |
| Real-world range | 344 mi | 250 mi |
| Battery | 84 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency | 4.5 mi/kWh | 3.2 mi/kWh |
| DC fast charge | 300 kW | 170 kW |
| Level 2 charge | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo | 32 cu ft | 15 cu ft |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5s | 5.6s |
| Horsepower | 430 hp | 288 hp |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Towing | — | — |
| Battery warranty | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Tax credit | No | No |
| Owner rating | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Best for | Luxury, Road Trip | Luxury |
Price
The Lucid Air starts lower at $69,900, versus $76,050 for the other. On the used market both have come down — check current listings before deciding.
Range
The Lucid Air leads on EPA range at 419 mi. In the real world both land around 82% of that in mixed driving — run your conditions through the range calculator.
Charging
The Lucid Air peaks higher at 300 kW, which shortens road-trip stops. Also check plug type: NACS access to the Supercharger network can matter more than a few kW.
Interior & practicality
The Lucid Air offers more cargo room (32 cu ft). Consider seating layout and rear space too, not just the headline number.
Performance
The Lucid Air is quicker to 60 mph (4.5s). Both feel brisk in everyday driving thanks to instant electric torque.
Family use
With 5 seats, the Lucid Air suits larger families better. Factor in car-seat access and cargo behind the third row if fitted.
Road trip use
Road trips reward range plus fast charging. The Lucid Air scores higher on our road-trip metric.
Used buyer notes
Both depreciate; that's the used buyer's opportunity. Check battery health, any open recalls, and that the charging port matches the network you'll use. See the used EV buying guide for a full checklist.
Lucid Air, for most people.
Run the numbers for your own driving with the calculators, then compare more EVs in the same class.