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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Genesis GV70 comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 59,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Genesis GV70?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Genesis GV70: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis GV70

  • marginally more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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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 a bit cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Genesis GV70 costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,977 £.

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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 Genesis GV70 offers marginally more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV70 delivers slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

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: Genesis GV70 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Convertible is clearly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV70 offers clearly more boot space – 503 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV70 carries moderately more – 515 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV70 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 £59,200
GV70

Genesis GV70

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
59,200 - 64,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
503 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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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