Compare performance (625 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 46,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Mercedes CLE Coupe?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes CLE Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,300 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,662 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Coupé with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 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 8 Series Coupé offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.2 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers markedly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.
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 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is very slightly lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers very slightly more boot space – 440 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries a bit more – 545 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe 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 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.
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
90,000 - 158,900 £
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Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 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
176 - 263 g/km
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co2
49 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
4
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
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Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
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Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
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Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
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Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
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Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
370 - 545 kg
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Payload
405 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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