Lucid Air vs Mercedes-Benz CLA
Comparing the 2025 Lucid Air (from $120,000) with the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA (from $47,250). The Air offers 420 miles of range while the CLA offers 374 miles.
Quick Take
Lucid Air is quickest off the line, while Mercedes-Benz CLA charges fastest.
2025 • Sedan
Quickest 0-60
- 0-60 mph as quick as 1.89s
- Up to 1234 hp
- Up to 1430 lb-ft of torque
- 205 mph top speed
2026 • Sedan
Fastest Charger
- 22 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 320 kW peak charging speed
- NACS charging port
- Up to 374 mi EPA-rated range
Lucid Air vs Mercedes-Benz CLA: Which Should You Buy?
The Mercedes-Benz CLA starts at $47,250, undercutting the Lucid Air ($70,900) by about $23,500.
In its longest-range configuration the Lucid Air covers up to 480 miles, 106 more than the Mercedes-Benz CLA's maximum of 374. At a DC fast charger, the Mercedes-Benz CLA goes from 10-80% in about 22 minutes vs 34 for the Lucid Air.
The Lucid Air offers 16.1 cu ft of cargo space vs 14.3 for the Mercedes-Benz CLA. The Mercedes-Benz CLA is also 10 inches shorter than the Lucid Air, which makes it easier to park.
Bottom line: pick the Lucid Air if you want the quickest acceleration, or the Mercedes-Benz CLA if you want the shortest charging stops.
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