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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Bentley Continental Coupe comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Bentley Continental Coupe?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Bentley Continental Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Bentley Continental Coupe

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  • moderately more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

CLE Convertible

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 139,734 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.9 L/100km.

Continental 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 Bentley Continental Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Bentley Continental Coupe is clearly faster – reaching 318 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 68 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 210 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, Mercedes CLE Convertible is slightly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 240 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers marginally more boot space – 385 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Continental Coupe carries barely more – 475 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 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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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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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.

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Bentley Continental Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
192,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
358 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,966 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,405 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Bentley
Is the Mercedes CLE Convertible offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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