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Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (472 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (53,200 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Convertible or Suzuki Jimny?

Mercedes CLE Convertible vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Convertible

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Suzuki Jimny is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Convertible costs 53,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,931 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLE Convertible uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 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 significantly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 370 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 Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 8.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes CLE Convertible is significantly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLE Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 560 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 430 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: Mercedes CLE Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is clearly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 760 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLE Convertible carries visibly more – 435 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 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
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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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Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption
Price
53,200 - 109,200 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 218 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 - 4,853 mm
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
1,424 - 1,435 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
380 - 435 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
193 - 472 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
250 - 560 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 347 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Suzuki
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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