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Aston Martin DB12 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Aston Martin DB12 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLE Convertible is considerably cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 139,649 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

CLE Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers noticeably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 208 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DB12 is only slightly lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 385 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £53,200
CLE Convertible

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DB12 have?

The Aston Martin DB12 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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