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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is markedly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

CLE Convertible

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 Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 560 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is moderately lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 274 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers visibly more boot space – 555 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries marginally more – 435 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible 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 £53,200
CLE Convertible

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 193 - 472 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
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DS Automobiles DS 7

The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the DS Automobiles DS 7 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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