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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,999 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers visibly more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 33 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

CLE Coupe

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 BMW 7 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

7 Series

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: BMW 7 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is only slightly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 80 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers clearly more boot space – 540 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries clearly more – 665 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
BMW 7 Series
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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 7 Series
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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