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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Renault Symbioz?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Renault Symbioz is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,523 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Symbioz uses 4.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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 Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 295 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: Renault Symbioz offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is substantially lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 566 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers clearly more boot space – 576 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 191 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Symbioz carries very slightly more – 459 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 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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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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Renault Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz is a forward-looking concept car that imagines a seamless link between vehicle and home, pairing a lounge-like cabin with striking, futuristic styling. More idea than production plan, it showcases Renault's vision for connected, autonomous and sustainable mobility while provoking debate about how we will live and travel.

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PF
19 Feb 2026, 11:56:45

A delightful hybrid (family car). Roomy, quick (combined nearly 150 hp) and safe.

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Michael
5 Dec 2025, 23:17:28

I've been driving the Symbioz Full Hybrid with the iconic trim for 3,500 km. I test-drove both cars. I think the win goes to the Symbioz. Good quality at a family-friendly price. Unfortunately the Opel is simply too expensive. Strangely, what never really gets mentioned is that the Symbioz's suspension is absolutely superb.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 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
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
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Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Renault
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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