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Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (18,600 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Hyundai i20 vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Hyundai i20

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i20 is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 34,608 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 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 90 HP. That’s roughly 382 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 560 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 388 Nm more.

i20

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: Hyundai i20 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is substantially lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers only slightly more boot space – 385 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 33 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i20 carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible is decisively ahead 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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Reviews Hyundai i20

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Jason
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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,600 - 24,000 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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