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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Mazda MX-30?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly 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.

Mazda MX-30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,360 £.

MX-30

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 considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 302 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 Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is significantly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mazda MX-30 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is only slightly lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers barely more boot space – 385 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries marginally more – 435 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is clearly superior 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 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
30,800 - 37,100 £
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
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
830 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
Mazda
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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