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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
380 - 435 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
193 - 472 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
250 - 560 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 347 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
SsangYong
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