Compare performance (727 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Mercedes CLE Coupe?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 5 Series Saloon is slightly cheaper – starting at 50,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,944 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Coupe with 2.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers barely more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 8 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
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 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 414 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW 5 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is noticeably lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more boot space – 520 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly superior 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.
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
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
50,800 - 124,500 £
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Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 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
67 - 105 km
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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
48 - 152 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
Sedan
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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
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
2,175 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
290 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 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
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
405 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
313 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 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
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
230 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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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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