BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Lucid |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model |
Air Pure EV 2026 |
GLC EV (GLC with EQ Technology) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
| Trims |
Pure, Touring, Grand Touring, and Sapphire |
GLC 300+ (RWD), GLC 400 4Matic (AWD) (plus possible additional options/packages) |
| Release Date |
October 2025 |
Unveiled Sept 2025; market launch expected late 2026 → early 2027 (staggered by region) |
| Status |
Coming Soon |
Unreleased/Pre-production → Production scheduled (late 2026+ depending on market) |
| Made In |
Casa Grande, Arizona, USA |
Germany (Bremen) — plus regional production in China and planned lines depending on market |
| Body Type |
Sedan |
5-door compact luxury crossover SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 years / 50,000 miles |
Manufacturer standard warranty |
| Colors |
Standard: Infinite Black, Cosmos Silver Premium: Stellar White, Quantum Grey, Zenith Red |
Multiple factory colors and special finishes (standard Mercedes palette + optional special paints) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single & Dual Permanent-Magnet Motor |
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor(s) |
| Horsepower |
430 hp (RWD) 480 hp (AWD) |
hp (estimate from available specs) |
| Torque |
406 lb-ft |
504 Nm (reported/estimated) |
| Acceleration |
0-60 mph: 4.5 sec (RWD), 3.8 sec (AWD) |
4.4 s (0–60 mph ≈ 4.4 s reported) |
| Top Speed |
140 mph (RWD), 150 mph (AWD) |
210 km/h (manufacturer / press reports) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-Ion (NMC or LFP, TBD) |
650–713 km WLTP (multiple sources |
| Battery Capacity |
88 kWh |
NMC lithium-ion cell chemistry |
| Power Consumption |
25–27 kWh/100 miles |
94–94.5 kWh (nominal pack quoted in press |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
Manufacturer battery warranty typical for Mercedes |
| Home Charging Speed |
(AC Level 2, 19.2 kW): 6–7 hours (0–100%) |
AC Level 2 up to typical onboard capability |
| Supercharging Speed |
250 kW (peak) |
320–330 kW (800V |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
15–20 min (10 to 80%) |
320 kW |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
Level 2 (19.2 kW, 80A): 81 mph (with optional upgrade) |
Varies by charger |
| Charging Time |
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Manufacturer/press cite very fast numbers — example: ~10 min |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (Combined Charging System) |
8–12 hours typical if ~11 kW) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 (120V, 12A): 3–4 miles of range per hour Level 2 (240V, 48A – 80A): 25–81 miles of range per hour |
Wallbox (recommended) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
19.2 kW (80A) max |
Likely ~11 kW (estimate / common for this class) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
195.9 in (4.98 m) |
(~4.7–4.9 m depending on spec) |
| Width |
76.2 in (1.94 m) |
width (~1.9 m) |
| Height |
55.5 in (1.41 m) |
Compact SUV height (with aerodynamic roofline) |
| Wheelbase |
116.5 in (2.96 m) |
Extended vs current ICE GLC |
| Ground Clearance |
5.1 in (130 mm) |
Adjustable (air suspension / Airmatic) |
| Cargo Space |
22.1 cu ft (626 L) |
20.1 cu ft (rear) up to ~61.4 cu ft |
| Curb Weight |
4,850 lbs (2,200 kg) |
likely in the 2,100–2,500 kg range |
| No. of Doors |
4 Doors |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 Seater |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Aero alloy wheels |
Alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size |
19" (std), 20" (opt) |
Common options 19″–22″ depending on trim/package |
| Front Tire |
245/45 R19 |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
| Rear Tire |
245/45 R19 |
Spec depends on wheel choice |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Rack-mounted electric power steering |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic (fixed gear) |
Single-speed reduction per motor (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
36.4 ft (11.1 m) |
Improved maneuverability vs ICE GLC due to wheelbase & steering tech (exact number TBA in official spec) |
| Gear Box |
Direct-drive |
Single reduction gear per motor |
| Front Suspension |
Double-wishbone |
Airmatic air suspension (adaptive) |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-Link |
Multi-link with air suspension / adaptive setup |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Yes |
No Tesla-style |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Climate Control |
Dual-Zone Auto |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
Media & connectivity via USB |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Optional |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Sky panorama |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (region dependent) |
| Android Auto |
No |
Available |
| Touchscreen |
34" 5K Glass Cockpit (std) + Lower Touchscreen |
Optional 39.1″ Hyperscreen (MBUX Hyperscreen) |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
WiFi 6 (std), 4G LTE Hotspot (1yr free) |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
5.2 (dual audio/multipoint) |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
13-Speakers |
10 speakers typical |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Friction Braking System |
Brake-by-wire regenerative |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Discs |
Ventilated discs |
| Rear Brakes |
Ventilated Discs |
Ventilated discs |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
10 Airbags (Front, knee, side, curtain) |
Yes |
| Rear Seat Belt |
3-point belts (x3) + LATCH |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
12 (Front/rear/side) |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
360° surround camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
Not a primary feature |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
