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Ford Mustang Convertible vs Mercedes CLE Coupe - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (446 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (56900 £ vs 46300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Convertible or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Ford Mustang Convertible

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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

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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.

Mercedes CLE Coupe has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46300 £, while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56900 £. That’s a price difference of around 10576 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes CLE Coupe manages with 2.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Convertible with 12.30 L. The difference is about 10.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes CLE Coupe has a barely noticeable edge – offering 472 HP compared to 446 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.20 s, while the Ford Mustang Convertible takes 5 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes CLE Coupe pulls minimal stronger with 560 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is minimal lighter – 1790 kg compared to 1876 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers distinct more room – 420 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes CLE Coupe distinct takes the win – 475 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes CLE Coupe shows itself to be is largely superior 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
Ford Mustang Convertible
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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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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Ford Mustang Convertible
Mercedes CLE Coupe
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Costs and Consumption

Price
56900 - 59900 £
Price
46300 - 104000 £
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
280 - 282 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
61 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1876 kg
Curb weight
1790 - 2175 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
4810 mm
Length
4850 - 4853 mm
Width
1916 mm
Width
1861 mm
Height
1403 mm
Height
1422 - 1434 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
319 - 324 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
328 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
5038 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Ford Mustang Convertible offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.