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Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Audi A6 e-tron Avant vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

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  • a bit more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • marginally cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 e-tron Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLE Convertible is marginally cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,034 £.

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 Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers a bit more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is marginally faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers noticeably more torque with 855 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

A6 e-tron Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Convertible is moderately lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers markedly more boot space – 502 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries moderately more – 500 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant stands well ahead of its rival 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 £55,200
A6 e-tron Avant

Audi A6 e-tron Avant

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 326 - 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 716 km
Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Mercedes CLE Convertible

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant

The Audi A6 e-tron Avant wraps Audi's trademark refinement into a sleek electric estate that looks at home in the city or on the open road. Inside it's grown-up and tech-forward with practical packaging for family life, delivering a composed, confident drive that makes everyday hauling feel a bit more special and slightly futuristic.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

The Mercedes CLE Convertible drops its roof with the kind of poise you'd expect from a luxury cruiser, wrapping elegant lines and a plush cabin into a composition that's equally at home on coastal roads or city boulevards. Behind the wheel it balances comfort and sporty intent, making it an appealing pick for buyers who want a refined open-top experience without shouting for attention — and yes, it even makes the commute feel like a weekend escape.

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Audi A6 e-tron Avant
Mercedes CLE Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
502 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
4,928 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,923 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
326 - 551 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
435 - 855 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
240 - 405 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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