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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Subaru BRZ?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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.

Subaru BRZ is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,217 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 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 substantially more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 237 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 Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is only slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 560 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 650 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 385 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries very slightly more – 435 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 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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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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Mercedes CLE Convertible
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 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
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Subaru
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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