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Audi A7 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (630 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (55,000 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A7 or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Audi A7 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Audi A7

  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • very slightly cheaper

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

A7

Costs and Efficiency:

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 Convertible is very slightly cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Audi A7 costs 55,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,820 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A7 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 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 Audi A7 offers markedly more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A7 is moderately faster – reaching 280 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A7 delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

A7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A7 is only slightly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A7 offers visibly more boot space – 535 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A7 carries noticeably more – 600 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A7 is decisively ahead 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 £55,000
A7

Audi A7

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 630 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 67 - 68 km
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Audi A7

The Audi A7 wraps elegant fastback lines around a sumptuous, tech-packed cabin that turns everyday drives into something a bit more special. It strikes a polished balance between relaxed comfort and engaging poise, so you’ll enjoy long cruises and spirited backroad runs while arriving in unmistakable style.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,000 - 117,900 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 276 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 73 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,150 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
4,969 - 5,009 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,908 - 1,950 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,424 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,235 - 1,390 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 600 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 630 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
245 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
370 - 850 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 - 463 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Audi A7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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