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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Porsche Boxster?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • very slightly more power
  • visibly 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:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 53,200 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 82,820 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 L/100km.

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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 Porsche Boxster offers very slightly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 472 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Boxster is moderately faster – reaching 308 km/h, while the Mercedes CLE Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers somewhat more torque with 560 Nm compared to 450 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: Mercedes CLE Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is visibly lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 385 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 263 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries markedly more – 435 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 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
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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
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
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
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Porsche
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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