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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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

IONIQ 6

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,730 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 567 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

CLE Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 337 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers visibly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 6 is somewhat lighter – 1,892 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 283 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more boot space – 401 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 carries very slightly more – 438 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly superior 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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