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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,231 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Octavia Limousine uses 4.3 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLE Convertible with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 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 considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 268 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers noticeably more torque with 560 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Skoda Octavia Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is significantly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 574 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers noticeably more boot space – 600 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 215 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible sits just 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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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Skoda Octavia Limousine

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
503 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

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