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Lexus LC Coupe vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (105,400 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Coupe or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Lexus LC Coupe vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

Lexus LC Coupe

  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LC Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLE Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,613 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Coupe uses 2.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

CLE Coupe

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 Lexus LC Coupe offers markedly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Coupe is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Coupe delivers only slightly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 530 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LC Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers noticeably more boot space – 290 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LC Coupe carries somewhat more – 465 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 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 £59,800
CLE Coupe

Mercedes CLE Coupe

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 113 km
Lexus LC Coupe
Mercedes CLE Coupe

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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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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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Lexus LC Coupe
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
184 - 262 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,345 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
530 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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