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Audi A4 Limousine vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Audi A4 Limousine vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A4 Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,944 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A4 Limousine with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

CLE Coupe

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 Mercedes CLE Coupe offers a bit more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Limousine is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi A4 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is considerably lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers markedly more boot space – 460 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries noticeably more – 540 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is far ahead 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 £59,800
CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 113 km
Audi A4 Limousine
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

The 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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Audi A4 Limousine
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
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Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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