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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or SsangYong Korando?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Korando

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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.

SsangYong Korando is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,217 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 282 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is visibly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Korando tops out at 191 km/h. The difference is around 59 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 200 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: SsangYong Korando offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 408 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries very slightly more – 463 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLE Convertible stands well ahead of its rival 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
SsangYong Korando

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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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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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Mercedes CLE Convertible
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
SsangYong
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