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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 180,792 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Supercar Series Roadster

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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers visibly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 228 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes CLE Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible is decisively 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 £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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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
-

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

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
McLaren
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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