Compare performance (680 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or Mercedes CLE Coupe?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes CLE Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 133,085 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 10 L/100km.
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 substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
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 visibly lighter – 1,788 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 290 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
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Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
276 - 278 g/km
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co2
49 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
4
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
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Curb weight
2,175 kg
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Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
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Trunk capacity
290 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
-
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Payload
405 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
680 HP
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Power HP
313 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
800 Nm
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Torque
550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
500 kW
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Power kW
230 kW
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Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Aston Martin
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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