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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Convertible

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 Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,656 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 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 8 Series Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 312 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 8 Series Convertible is moderately lighter – 1,915 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers moderately more boot space – 350 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries only slightly more – 425 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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 £59,800
CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 113 km
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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW 8 Series Convertible have?

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

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