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BMW i4 vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 46300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

BMW i4 vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

BMW i4

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  • evident more power
  • decisively more electric range
  • slightly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • barely noticeable cheaper
  • a bit lighter

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

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes CLE Coupe has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46300 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3033 £.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 performs decisively better – achieving up to 613 km, about 500 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

CLE Coupe

Engine and Performance:

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 i4 has a evident edge – offering 601 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 4.20 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls distinct stronger with 795 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.

i4

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 i4 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is a bit lighter – 1790 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW i4 offers a bit more room – 470 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW i4 barely noticeable takes the win – 480 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is far ahead 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.

BMW i4
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km

BMW i4

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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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 i4
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
49400 - 62500 £
Price
46300 - 104000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
-
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1861 mm
Height
-
Height
1422 - 1434 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.