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BMW X3 vs Mercedes CLE Coupe – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW X3 or Mercedes CLE Coupe fits your lifestyle better.

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

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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 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46300 £, while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £. That’s a price difference of around 4919 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLE Coupe manages with 2.20 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the BMW X3 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 113 km, about 25 km more than the BMW X3.

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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 Mercedes CLE Coupe has a a bit edge – offering 472 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls a bit stronger with 670 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW X3 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is minimal lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers clearly perceptible more room – 570 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 somewhat takes the win – 570 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLE Coupe shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 9.4 L
  • Electric Range : 113 km
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BMW X3

The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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The Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe elegantly combines the sophistication of classic design with contemporary innovation, offering drivers a uniquely refined experience. Its streamlined silhouette and luxurious interior are complemented by cutting-edge technology, ensuring both comfort and connectivity on every journey. This model exemplifies the harmonious blend of performance and style, making it a standout choice in the realm of luxury vehicles.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Price
46300 - 104000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
64 - 175 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 65 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
4755 mm
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Width
1920 mm
Width
1861 mm
Height
1660 mm
Height
1422 - 1434 mm
Max trunk capacity
1600 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
570 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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