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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Morgan Plus Four comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 65,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Morgan Plus Four?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Morgan Plus Four: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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Morgan Plus Four

  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CLE Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes CLE Convertible is visibly cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Morgan Plus Four costs 65,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,706 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Morgan Plus Four with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Plus Four

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 Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 214 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Morgan Plus Four takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 160 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: Mercedes CLE Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Morgan Plus Four is clearly lighter – 1,009 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 916 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible 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 £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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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
65,900 - 68,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
159 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,009 - 1,013 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,650 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
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
350 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Morgan
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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