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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Mercedes CLE Convertible comparison

Compare performance (700 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (234,000 £ vs 53,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Roadster or Mercedes CLE Convertible?

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster vs Mercedes CLE Convertible: Key differences

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • markedly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • substantially cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Supercar Series Roadster

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 Convertible is substantially cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 180,792 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

CLE Convertible

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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers markedly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 228 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers visibly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

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: Mercedes CLE Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is noticeably lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible stands well ahead of its rival 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
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
234,000 £
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
33 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
108 g/km
co2
128 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
700 HP
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
720 Nm
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
515 kW
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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