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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Hongqi E-HS9?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hongqi E-HS9

  • a bit more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLE Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes CLE Convertible is clearly cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,359 £.

E-HS9

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 Hongqi E-HS9 offers a bit more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Hongqi E-HS9 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers slightly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Convertible is considerably lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers significantly more boot space – 385 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hongqi E-HS9 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 Hongqi E-HS9 is narrowly ahead 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 £68,600
E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 465 - 515 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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Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
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
465 - 515 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
6 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
2,010 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
455 - 475 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
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
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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