Compare performance (340 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (43500 £ vs 46300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Mercedes CLE Coupe?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW Z4 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43500 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 46300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2881 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLE Coupe manages with 2.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.90 L. The difference is about 4.70 L per 100 km.
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 clearly perceptible edge – offering 472 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 132 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the BMW Z4 takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLE Coupe pulls slightly stronger with 560 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mercedes CLE Coupe offers decisively more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.
In curb weight, BMW Z4 is a bit lighter – 1510 kg compared to 1790 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers clearly perceptible more room – 420 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLE Coupe decisively takes the win – 475 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe 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.
The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
43500 - 65300 £
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Price
46300 - 104000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
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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
19.50 kWh
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
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co2
49 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
4
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Doors
2
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1510 - 1640 kg
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Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
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Trunk capacity
281 L
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Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
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Length
4324 mm
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Length
4850 - 4853 mm
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Width
1864 mm
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Width
1861 mm
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Height
1303 - 1304 mm
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Height
1422 - 1434 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
215 - 235 kg
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Payload
405 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 340 HP
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Torque
320 - 500 Nm
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
145 - 250 kW
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2026
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, 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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The BMW Z4 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.