Lucid Air Grand Touring vs Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Lucid Air Grand Touring vs Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
Lucid Air Grand Touring wins this head-to-head
It wins 5 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 3 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | Air Grand Touring | Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Range Air Grand Touring wins | 830 km | 643 km |
| Battery Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV wins | 112 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency Air Grand Touring wins | 13.5 kWh/100km | 18.4 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h Air Grand Touring wins | 3 s | 6.5 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% Air Grand Touring wins | ~25 min | ~31 min |
| Seats tie | 5 | 5 |
| Price Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV wins | $110,000 | $104,400 |
| Rating Air Grand Touring wins | 4.7 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $304/yr | $414/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | Air Grand Touring | Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 112 kWh | 118.0 kWh usable |
| Range | 516 mi (EPA) | 339 miles (EPA) / 643 km (WLTP) |
| Top speed | 168 mph | — |
| Power | AWD · 819 hp | 355 hp / 265 kW |
| 0-60 mph | 3.0 s | 6.5 seconds |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~25 min (250kW) | — |
| Drive | Dual motor AWD | — |
| Efficiency | 4.6 mi/kWh | — |
| Seats | 5 | — |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft + frunk | 23.0 cu ft / 651 liters |
| DC Fast Charging | — | 200 kW peak, 10-80% in 31 min |
| Motor | — | Single motor RWD |
| Torque | — | 419 lb-ft / 568 Nm |
| Top Speed | — | 130 mph / 210 km/h |
| Curb Weight | — | 6,206 lbs / 2,815 kg |
| Towing | — | 3,500 lbs |
| Warranty | — | 8 years / 100,000 miles battery, 4 years / 50,000 miles vehicle |
Lucid Air Grand Touring
Pros
- Record range
- Brilliant efficiency
- Rapid acceleration
- Luxury cabin
Cons
- Very expensive
- Young brand
- Charging network improving
- Small rear seat
Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV
Pros
- Impressive 339-mile EPA estimated range from the upgraded 118.0 kWh battery pack.
- Standard 10-degree rear-axle steering reduces turning circle to just 36.0 feet.
- Ultra-quiet interior cabin registers a whisper-quiet 62 dBA at 70 mph.
- Massive 56-inch MBUX Hyperscreen spans across 3 distinct high-resolution displays.
Cons
- Hefty curb weight of 6,206 lbs dulls high-speed cornering agility.
- Third-row legroom of 32.0 inches is cramped for passengers over 5 feet 8 inches tall.
- Starting MSRP of $104,400 commands a $24,410 premium over a Tesla Model X.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lucid Air Grand Touring really better than Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Lucid Air Grand Touring or Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV?
830 km vs 643 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $304/yr for the Lucid Air Grand Touring and $414/yr for the Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ SUV.
Should I compare more models?
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