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Lexus ES vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 46,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Lexus ES vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • only slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • barely cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

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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.

Mercedes CLE Coupe is barely cheaper – starting at 46,300 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 247 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

CLE Coupe

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 254 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Coupe is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

ES

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: Lexus ES offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is only slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers barely more boot space – 454 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Coupe carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Coupe is far ahead 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 £46,300
CLE Coupe

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/100km
  • Electric Range : 113 km
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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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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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Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
46,300 - 104,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
115 g/km
co2
49 - 215 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
290 - 420 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,422 - 1,434 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
405 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
Torque
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, F, E, D, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Lexus ES offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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