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BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (52,100 £ vs 46,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Convertible or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

BMW 4 Series Convertible vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Convertible

  • a bit more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally more trunk space

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

4 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLE Coupe is moderately cheaper – starting at 46,300 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Convertible costs 52,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,776 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Convertible with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

CLE Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Convertible offers a bit more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Convertible is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Convertible delivers moderately more torque with 700 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

4 Series Convertible

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, BMW 4 Series Convertible is only slightly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers marginally more boot space – 420 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe 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.

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CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 113 km
BMW 4 Series Convertible
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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BMW 4 Series Convertible

The BMW 4 Series Convertible blends coupe-like elegance with open-top drama, its sleek profile and distinctive grille demanding attention whether the roof’s up or down. Behind the wheel it serves up taut handling and a refined ride, making it a rewarding choice for drivers who want sporty character without sacrificing everyday comfort — and yes, it looks spectacular when you drop the top.

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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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BMW 4 Series Convertible
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,100 - 96,600 £
Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
136 - 231 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,765 - 2,055 kg
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
385 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,384 - 1,394 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
345 - 420 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
236 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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