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Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

Jeep Gladiator vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

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Mercedes CLE Convertible

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

Gladiator

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes CLE Convertible is visibly cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

CLE Convertible

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 Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 264 HP. That’s roughly 208 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 Jeep Gladiator takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Jeep Gladiator tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 73 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers marginally more torque with 600 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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: Jeep Gladiator offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Convertible is markedly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries markedly more – 565 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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
Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes CLE Convertible

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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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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Jeep Gladiator
Mercedes CLE Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,400 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
257 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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