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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Porsche 911 Convertible comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 122,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Porsche 911 Convertible?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Porsche 911 Convertible: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space

Porsche 911 Convertible

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 122,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,192 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche 911 Convertible with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 5.4 L/100km.

911 Convertible

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 Porsche 911 Convertible offers noticeably more power – delivering 711 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 239 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.6 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche 911 Convertible is moderately faster – reaching 312 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 62 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche 911 Convertible delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 560 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche 911 Convertible is a bit lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 385 L compared to 163 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries markedly more – 435 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mercedes CLE Convertible
Porsche 911 Convertible

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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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Porsche 911 Convertible

The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible
Porsche 911 Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
122,400 - 244,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 11.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
234 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
163 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,542 - 4,553 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,292 - 1,298 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
275 - 345 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
291 - 312 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,981 - 3,591 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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