Compare performance (392 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mercedes CLE Coupe?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is visibly cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,572 £.
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 Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers slightly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries moderately more – 480 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely 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.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
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
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 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
131 - 179 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
2,175 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
290 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 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
480 kg
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Payload
405 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
313 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 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
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
230 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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