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Kia Sorento vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mercedes CLE Coupe?
Kia Sorento vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sorento
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.
Kia Sorento is visibly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,467 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers clearly more range – reaching up to 113 km, about 58 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 Mercedes CLE Coupe offers barely more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers slightly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
Sorento
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: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is a bit lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers significantly more boot space – 705 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 415 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries substantially more – 685 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLE Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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Mercedes CLE Coupe
Kia Sorento
Mercedes CLE Coupe
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Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.
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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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Kia Sorento
Mercedes CLE Coupe
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
113 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
49 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,175 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
290 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
405 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Power HP
313 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
550 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
230 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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