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Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Fiat Tipo Hatchback vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tipo Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat Tipo Hatchback is substantially cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,503 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback uses 4.7 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 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 clearly 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 substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is somewhat faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback tops out at 208 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

Tipo Hatchback

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: Fiat Tipo Hatchback offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is markedly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback offers slightly more boot space – 440 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries marginally more – 435 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible 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.

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
Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes CLE Convertible

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback

The Fiat Tipo is a sensible, spacious hatchback that prides itself on practical charm and everyday usability, perfect for buyers who want straightforward value rather than runway drama. It won’t turn heads for flash, but its comfortable ride, clever interior space and low-stress nature make it a smart, grown-up choice with a wink of character.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

The Mercedes CLE Convertible drops its roof with the kind of poise you'd expect from a luxury cruiser, wrapping elegant lines and a plush cabin into a composition that's equally at home on coastal roads or city boulevards. Behind the wheel it balances comfort and sporty intent, making it an appealing pick for buyers who want a refined open-top experience without shouting for attention — and yes, it even makes the commute feel like a weekend escape.

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback
Mercedes CLE Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
4,368 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual 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
8.8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
240 - 320 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
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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