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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs BYD Seal 6 comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or BYD Seal 6?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs BYD Seal 6: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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BYD Seal 6

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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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.

BYD Seal 6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,360 £.

Seal 6

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 Convertible offers significantly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 260 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the BYD Seal 6 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BYD Seal 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Seal 6 is a bit lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 435 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal 6 holds a narrow 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.

from £36,800
Seal 6

BYD Seal 6

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 212 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 54 - 101 km
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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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BYD Seal 6

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
36,800 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
54 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
BYD
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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